Textiles Ministry Partners with 15 States for Tex-RAMPS Scheme
Textiles ministry signs MoUs with 15 states for Tex-RAMPS scheme.
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Scheme: Tex-RAMPS
MoUs signed: with 15 States
Annual grant: ₹12 lakh per State/UT
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States Participating in Tex-RAMPS Scheme
This map highlights the 15 states that have partnered with the Ministry of Textiles under the Tex-RAMPS scheme. It shows the geographical distribution of the scheme's initial implementation.
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GS Paper 3: Economy - Industry Sector
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Summary
The Ministry of Textiles has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 15 States under the 'Textiles focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning And Start-Up' (Tex-RAMPS) scheme. The scheme aims to improve the quality, coverage, and timeliness of textile-related statistical products and research.
It promotes integrated planning for key sectors like handlooms, handicrafts, apparel, and technical textiles at the cluster and district levels. The Ministry provides an annual grant of ₹12 lakh to each State/UT, with an additional ₹1 lakh per district based on the development of specific district action plans.
Background
The Indian textile industry has ancient roots, dating back to the Indus Valley Civilization where cotton cultivation and weaving were practiced. During the Mughal era, India was a global textile hub, renowned for its muslin, silk, and cotton fabrics. The British colonial period witnessed a decline due to policies that favored British textiles, leading to deindustrialization.
Post-independence, the government focused on reviving the sector through initiatives like promoting khadi and handlooms. The establishment of textile research institutions and the introduction of modern technologies aimed to enhance productivity and competitiveness. The sector has evolved from being primarily cotton-based to incorporating synthetic fibers and technical textiles, reflecting changing global demands and technological advancements.
Latest Developments
In recent years, the Indian textile industry has focused on sustainability and circularity, driven by increasing environmental awareness and consumer demand for eco-friendly products. Government initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for textiles aim to boost domestic manufacturing and attract investments. The industry is also exploring opportunities in technical textiles, which have applications in various sectors like healthcare, infrastructure, and automotive.
Furthermore, there's a growing emphasis on skill development and digitalization to enhance efficiency and competitiveness. The future outlook involves greater integration with global value chains, adoption of advanced technologies, and a focus on sustainable practices to ensure long-term growth and resilience.
Practice Questions (MCQs)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Tex-RAMPS scheme: 1. It is solely focused on promoting apparel exports from India. 2. It provides financial assistance to States/UTs for developing district action plans for integrated textile sector development. 3. It aims to improve the quality and timeliness of textile-related statistical products. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: B
Statement 1 is incorrect as the scheme covers multiple textile sectors, not just apparel. Statements 2 and 3 are correct as per the scheme's objectives.
2. In the context of the Indian textile industry, what is the primary objective of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme?
- A.To promote handloom weaving and traditional crafts
- B.To boost domestic manufacturing and attract investments in the textile sector
- C.To provide subsidies for cotton farmers
- D.To regulate textile imports from other countries
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Answer: B
The PLI scheme aims to incentivize domestic manufacturing and attract investments in specific sectors, including textiles, to enhance competitiveness and reduce import dependence.
3. Which of the following statements accurately describes the historical impact of British colonial policies on the Indian textile industry?
- A.British policies led to the expansion and modernization of the Indian textile industry.
- B.British policies encouraged the growth of handloom weaving and traditional crafts.
- C.British policies favored British textiles, leading to the deindustrialization of the Indian textile industry.
- D.British policies had no significant impact on the Indian textile industry.
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Answer: C
British policies favored their own textile industry, leading to the decline of the Indian textile industry through measures like imposing high tariffs on Indian textiles and promoting the import of British manufactured goods.
4. Assertion (A): The Tex-RAMPS scheme aims to promote integrated planning for key textile sectors at the cluster and district levels. Reason (R): This integrated approach is intended to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of the textile industry. In the context of the above statements, which of the following is correct?
- A.Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
- B.Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
- C.A is true, but R is false.
- D.A is false, but R is true.
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Answer: A
The assertion is correct as Tex-RAMPS focuses on integrated planning. The reason is also correct as this approach aims to improve competitiveness and sustainability, making R the correct explanation of A.