MSMEs are the backbone of India’s economy but remain peripheral in global trade integration. Critically examine. Suggest measures to enhance their export orientation.

Topic: changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Q4. MSMEs are the backbone of India’s economy but remain peripheral in global trade integration. Critically examine. Suggest measures to enhance their export orientation. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question MSMEs are central to India’s growth strategy, yet their weak …

Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024

Source: PIB Subject: Economy Context: NITI Aayog has released the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024 to assess how ready Indian States and UTs are to drive India’s export-led growth. About Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024: What is it? The Export Preparedness Index (EPI) is a composite index that evaluates the export readiness, competitiveness, and institutional …

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 …

World Trade Report 2025

Syllabus: Economy Source:  WTO Context: The World Trade Organization (WTO) released its World Trade Report 2025, highlighting that Artificial Intelligence (AI) could raise global trade by 34–37% and GDP by 12–13% by 2040 if digital divides are bridged and inclusive policies are adopted. About World Trade Report 2025: What It Is? Annual Flagship Publication: Published …