Which option best describes a distinctive characteristic of India’s textile sector?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. It has a fully self-sufficient value chain.
The correct option is “It has a fully self-sufficient value chain.” India’s textile sector is one of the few globally that is present across the entire value chain—right from cotton cultivation, spinning, weaving, processing to garment manufacturing. India is also the world’s second-largest producer of textiles and apparel, supported by a vast skilled workforce and strong domestic raw material availability like cotton, jute, and silk.
Explanation of other options:
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“It exports only raw materials” is incorrect because India exports a wide range of finished products such as garments, home textiles, and technical textiles.
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“It depends entirely on imports for finished goods” is false; most finished products are domestically produced.
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“It manufactures goods exclusively for the domestic market” is incorrect since India is a major global exporter.