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Trade policy uncertainty is a hidden cost that disproportionately burdens developing exporters. Examine its impact on investment and supply-chain decisions.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. Trade policy uncertainty is a hidden cost that disproportionately burdens developing exporters. Examine its impact on investment and supply-chain decisions. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Rising tariff volatility and differentiated market access, as highlighted …

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“Strategic autonomy in the economy today depends as much on supply-chain integration as on domestic self-reliance”. Discuss.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q4. “Strategic autonomy in the economy today depends as much on supply-chain integration as on domestic self-reliance”. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question India’s evolving understanding of strategic autonomy in an era of supply-chain disruptions, …

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Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Schemes Context: The Government of India has launched the Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention under the Export Promotion Mission to strengthen global market access for Indian exporters, especially MSMEs and first-time exporters. About Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention: What it is? The Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention is a government-backed programme …

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Discuss the challenges and opportunities created by the emerging tariff environment for India’s leather sector. How can India integrate into alternative global value chains?

Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth Q5. Discuss the challenges and opportunities created by the emerging tariff environment for India’s leather sector. How can India integrate into alternative global value chains? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question: In the context …

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Why is integration into global value chains essential for textiles? How can India strengthen its role beyond low-value segments?

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q6. Why is integration into global value chains essential for textiles? How can India strengthen its role beyond low-value segments? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Recent contraction in India’s textile exports highlights structural weaknesses and …

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In what ways do tariff hikes reshape India’s position in global value chains? Analyse the scope of innovation, quality certification, and branding in building resilience.

Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth Q6. In what ways do tariff hikes reshape India’s position in global value chains? Analyse the scope of innovation, quality certification, and branding in building resilience.  (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Because the …

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Insights into Editorial: Moving towards regional value chains

    Introduction: The principal measure of cross-border investment activities on multinational enterprises (MNEs) is foreign direct investment flows (FDI). The three key dimensions of technology policy trends in recent times are: The degree of fragmentation and the length of value chains, The geographical spread of value-adds, and The governance choices of MNEs that determine …

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Insights into Editorial: Why integrating with global value chains crucial for India

  About Global Value Chains GVCs: GVC is a world-wide phenomenon. It works effectively when there is active participation from different economies in various stages of growth. It has a strong foundational link to roles, regulations, products and services, and processes across markets. So, understanding its functioning and assimilating it is crucial for countries like …

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