Nine out of every 10 diamonds sold in the world pass through India,making diamonds that country's largest export at $6.6 billion a year.One of the reasons for its success is the nation's 2,500 trading firms,its banks,airlines,customers' offices,and courier services that make sure the diamonds are safely delivered.Most of these are members of the diamond trading bourse in Bombay.According to Michael Porter's theory about national competitive advantage,India's success in the diamond industry is due in part to its:

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According to Michael Porter's theory, national competitive advantage is determined by four factors- factor conditions, related and supporting industries, company strategy, structure, and rivalry, and demand conditions. In the case of India's success in the diamond industry, the presence of related and supporting industries such as trading firms, banks, airlines, customers' offices, and courier services that ensure safe delivery of diamonds plays a vital role. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Nine Out of Every 10 Diamonds Sold in the World