PLI Scheme Boosts Textile Sector: 30 Units Begin Production

सही उत्तर: B

Statement 1 is correct. The PLI scheme for Textiles specifically focuses on boosting domestic manufacturing in MMF apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles, where India has traditionally lagged. Statement 2 is correct. A core feature of all PLI schemes, including for textiles, is to offer incentives based on incremental sales (or production) over a base year, encouraging higher output and value addition. Statement 3 is incorrect. The PLI scheme is a flagship initiative covering multiple strategic sectors beyond just textiles, such as automobiles, pharmaceuticals, electronics, food products, solar PV modules, etc., to boost domestic manufacturing and exports. Therefore, it is not exclusive to the textile sector.

सही उत्तर: B

Statement 1 is correct. Technical textiles are indeed functional textiles used for non-aesthetic purposes across a wide range of industries, including medical (meditech), agriculture (agritech), construction (geotech), protective wear (protech), etc. Statement 2 is correct. MMFs, such as polyester, nylon, rayon, etc., are either synthetic (e.g., polyester) or regenerated (e.g., viscose rayon) and possess desirable properties like strength, elasticity, and ease of care, often at a lower cost than natural fibres. Statement 3 is incorrect. While India is making efforts to grow in the technical textiles sector, it does not currently hold a dominant share in global trade. Countries like China, the USA, and European nations have more advanced manufacturing capabilities and a larger share in this high-value segment. India is a growing player but not dominant.

सही उत्तर: B

Option A is a correct challenge. The Indian textile industry, especially in traditional segments, suffers from fragmentation and technological obsolescence, hindering efficiency and competitiveness. Option C is a correct challenge. India faces stiff global competition from countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam (lower labour costs), and China (advanced infrastructure, scale). Option D is a correct challenge. There is a significant skill gap, particularly in specialized areas like technical textiles and high-end apparel manufacturing, and a need for better design capabilities. Option B is NOT a commonly identified challenge in the stated manner. India is one of the world's largest producers of cotton, and while price volatility and quality issues can exist, 'insufficient domestic production' of cotton is generally not considered a primary challenge for the overall textile industry. The challenge often lies more in value addition, processing, and export of finished goods rather than raw cotton availability.