Question 1

What is the Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure scheme?

Accepted Answer

It is common knowledge that there is a need to promote agriculture marketing infrastructure projects for reducing the involvement of intermediates and minimizing post-harvest losses. A robust agriculture marketing infrastructure will ensure better remuneration to farmers and supply of better quality products to consumers and processing industries. During the XII plan period, the estimated investment for marketing infrastructure and value chain development was $8.61 Bn.

To address this need, the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation (DAC), Govt. of India has introduced the Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure (AMI) Scheme by merging the earlier GrameenBhandaranYojana (GBY) and the Scheme for Development/Strengthening of Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure, Grading and Standardization (AMIGS).

Question 2

What is agricultural biotechnology?

Accepted Answer

Agricultural biotechnology is an advanced technology that allows plant breeders to make precise genetic changes to impart beneficial traits to the crop plants we rely on for food and fiber.

For centuries farmers and plant breeders have labored to improve crop plants. Traditional breeding methods include selecting and sowing the seeds from the strongest, most desirable plants to produce the next generation of crops. By selecting and breeding plants with characteristics such as higher yield, resistance to pests and hardiness, early farmers dramatically changed the genetic make-up of crop plants long before the science of genetics was understood. As a result, most of today's crop plants bear little resemblance to their wild ancestors.

The tools of modern biotechnology allow plant breeders to select genes that produce beneficial traits and move them from one organism to another. This process is far more precise and selective than crossbreeding, which involves the transfer of tens of thousands of genes, and provided plant developers with a more detailed knowledge of the changes being made.

Question 3

What is rolling stock?

Accepted Answer

Rolling stock is all the engines and carriages including the locomotives, passenger coaches, freight wagons, guard's vans, etc. that are used on a railway.

Question 4

What is dedicated freight corridors?

Accepted Answer

It is a broad-gauge freight corridor under construction in India by Indian Railway. It is a high-capacity railway corridor that is exclusively meant for the transportation of goods and commodities. There are 2 DFCs in the country, i.e. the Western and Eastern freight corridors. The Western DFC connects Dadri in Uttar Pradesh to Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) in Mumbai, and Eastern DFC connects Ludhiana in Punjab to Dankuni in West Bengal.

The Dedicated Freight Corridors are expected to be a gamechanger for the logistics sector in India and are going to play a major role in increasing the Railways’ modal share of freight in India. While these two corridors spanning 3,360 Km are expected to be fully commissioned by end 2023, another three are at the planning stage. Key features of these corridor include double speeds, higher load carrying capacity, and double stacking capability.

Question 5

What are the investment opportunities available in railways sector?

Accepted Answer

Some of the investment opportunities in the railways sector are as listed below:


	Components manufacturing
	Infrastructure projects such as Railway Station Redevelopment, Tunnelling
	High speed train projects such as Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project
	Projects relating to Electrification, Track doubling/laying
	Dedicated Freight Corridors
	Freight terminals operations
	Manufacturing of wagons, coaches and locomotive units

Question 6

What do you mean by Diamond Quadrilateral in Indian Railways?

Accepted Answer

The Diamond Quadrilateral railway project has the mandate to develop high speed rail network across several metros of India. So far 6 corridors have been identified. 
These are:
1) Delhi-Mumbai. 
2) Mumbai-Chennai
3) Chennai-Kolkata
4) Kolkata-Delhi and both diagonals i.e. 
5) Delhi-Chennai.  
6) Mumbai-Kolkata routes. 

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Question 7

In which projects foreign investments is permissible under railways sector?

Accepted Answer

100% FDI under automatic route is available for the following:


	Construction, operation and maintenance of suburban corridor projects through PPP
	High speed train projects
	Dedicated freight corridors
	Railway electrification
	Signalling systems
	Freight terminals
	Passenger terminals
	Infrastructure in industrial parks pertaining to railway line/siding including electrified railways lines and connectivity to main railway line
	Mass Rapid Transport Systems (MRTS)

Question 8

What are the initiatives undertaken by the Indian Railways (IR) to promote railway sector in India?

Accepted Answer

Some of the initiatives undertaken by the Indian Railways to augment the railway infrastructure in the country are:


	The IR is undergoing a massive infrastructure overhaul, and its capex for 2022-23 has been pegged at an all-time high of $32.2 Bn, representing an increase of 14% over the capex of 2021-22.
	To ensure a modern and safe future network, IR is implementing its indigenously developed world-class technology KAVACH (Train Collision Avoidance System) across its network.
	IR is redeveloping 400 marquee railway stations into hubs for transit-oriented development with the goal to enrich passenger experience by creating world class facilities.
	India’s first High-Speed Rail Corridor from Mumbai to Ahmedabad is under construction, which when completed will reduce travel time from 8 hours to 2 hours.
	Indian Railways has also introduced Semi High-Speed trains called Tejas Express and the Made in India Vande Bharat Express. Further, the Union Budget 2022-23 announced manufacturing of 400 Vande Bharat trains over the next 3 years.
	IR is working on a mission mode to electrify the entire broad- gauge route by 2023 which will lead to annual energy savings of $1.55 bn

Question 9

What is the regulatory environment for medical devices in India as per 'New Medical Devices Rules'?

Accepted Answer

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Thursday notified Medical Devices Rules, 2017, which are in conformity with Global Harmonisation Task Force (GHTF) framework. The rules have come into effect from 1 January 2018.
The rules have been drafted with the intention to distinguish medical devices from pharmaceuticals for improved and well-defined regulation. The key highlights of the rules are:
1) Redefining ‘medical devices’, making it more comprehensive and easy to comprehend.
2) Introduction of risk-based classification system for class-wise regulation.
3) Single window clearance (online portal) for applications for import, manufacture, sale or distribution and clinical investigation.
4) Establishment of product standards for medical devices for being conformed.
5) Rationalization of timelines for obtaining licenses required to market medical devices.
6) Consolidation of registration certificate and import license into a single license.
7) New regulatory framework for clinical investigation of medical device.

Question 10

Who grants Mining Leases (ML) and Prospecting License-cum-Mining Lease (PL-cum-ML)?

Accepted Answer

As per the Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act (MMDR) Amendment Act 2015, the grant of Mining Leases (ML) and Prospecting License-cum-Mining Lease (PL-cum-ML) happens only through an auction process.

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Question 11

Who grants mineral concessions in India?

Accepted Answer

The State Governments grant the mineral concessions for all the minerals located within the boundary of the State, under the provisions of the MMDR Act, 1957, and Mineral Concession Rules (MCR), 1960. Under the provisions of the MMDR Act, 1957 and MCR, 1960, prior approval of the Central Government is required in the several cases.

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Question 12

Who has the authority to grant mining license?

Accepted Answer

Mineral Resources Department & respective State Government is empowered to sanction Prospecting License/Mining Lease.

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Question 13

What are the precautions to be taken for filing applications for obtaining Mineral Concessions?

Accepted Answer

The application must be filled within the prescribed format as per Mineral Concession Rule 2016. Entries must be complete in all respect and should be supported with documentary evidences as per the Rule.

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Question 14

What kind of mines does Central Government own?

Accepted Answer

The Central Government is the owner of the minerals underlying the ocean within the territorial waters or the Exclusive Economic Zone of India.

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Question 15

How much FDI is allowed in mining and exploration of metal and non-metal ores?

Accepted Answer

Coal & Lignite: 100% FDI is allowed under automatic route
	Mining and exploration of metals and non-metals ores: 100% FDI is allowed under automatic route
	Mining and mineral separation of titanium bearing minerals and ores: 100% FDI is allowed under Govt. route


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Question 16

What is EPP or Export Parity Price?

Accepted Answer

Export Parity Price is the price which oil companies would realize on export of petroleum products. This includes Freight on Board (FOB) Price and advance license benefit (for duty free import of crude oil pursuant to export of refined products.

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Question 17

What do you mean by import parity price?

Accepted Answer

Import Parity Price (IPP) is the price that importers would pay in case of actual import of product at the respective Indian ports. This includes FOB price, Ocean freight, Customs duty, Port dues etc.

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Question 18

What are biofuels?

Accepted Answer

The National Policy on Biofuels categorises Biofuels as:

“Basic Biofuels” viz. First Generation (1G) bioethanol & biodiesel and “Advanced Biofuels” – Second Generation (2G) ethanol, Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) to drop-in fuels, Third Generation (3G) biofuels, bio CNG etc.

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Question 19

What are various types of petrol/ diesel available in India?

Accepted Answer

Various petrol types are as follows: MS 93/95, Bharat Stage (BS) IV, Bharat Stage (BS) VI, branded petrol (with additives) etc.

Various types of diesels are as follows: Light Diesel Oil (LDO), BS IV, BS VI, Bio Diesel, Branded Diesel (with additives) etc.

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For further details on Indian Petroleum and Natural Gas Statistics, please refer this link: http://petroleum.nic.in/sites/default/files/APR_E_1718.pdf

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Question 20

Under what situations IGST is applicable?

Accepted Answer

As per the GST law, if the location of the supplier and place of supply is in different states then IGST would be applicable.

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Question 21

Is it mandatory for the name of the company to be indicative of the nature of its business?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not mandatory for the name to be indicative of the nature of its business.

Question 22

What are the skill development measures undertaken in Pharmaceutical sector?

Accepted Answer

To keep pace with the growing demand for highly skilled R&D professionals the government has undertaken the transformation of National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs)

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Question 23

What principles does National Pharmaceuticals Policy follow while pricing drugs?

Accepted Answer

The key principles for the regulation of the prices are:
 a) Essentiality of drugs.
 b) Control formulations prices.
 c) Market based pricing.

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Question 24

What is the objective of the Pharmaceutical Promotion Development Scheme?

Accepted Answer

The objective of Pharmaceutical Promotion Development Scheme (PPDS) is promotion, development and export promotion in Pharmaceutical sector by extending financial support for conduct of seminars, conferences, exhibitions, mounting delegations to and from India for promotion of exports as well as investments, conducting studies/ consultancies for facilitating growth, exports as well as critical issues affecting Pharma sector.

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Question 25

What is the cluster development programme for pharma sector?

Accepted Answer

The CDP scheme is implemented on a Public Private Partnership format through one-time grant-in-aid with aim to enhance Quality, productivity & Innovative capabilities of the SME Pharma sector in the country.

The benefits of the scheme are:

a) Access to world class facility.

b) Cost of production will come down by 20%.

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Question 26

Are there any corporate income tax exemption available under the PLI Scheme?

Accepted Answer

There is no corporate tax exemption provided under this Scheme.

Question 27

What is the role of the Directorate General of Shipping?

Accepted Answer

The Directorate General of Shipping deals with implementation of shipping policy and legislation. Its objectives are as follows:
1) Matters affecting merchant shipping & navigation.
2) Measures to ensure safety of life and ships at sea.
3) Development of Indian shipping.
4) International convections relating to maritime matters.
5) Provision of facilities for training of officers & rating of Merchant Navy.
6) Development of Sailing Vessels Industry.
7) Regulation of Ocean freight rates in overseas trade.

Question 28

What are incentives available for Ship Building Industries in India?

Accepted Answer

Apart from dedicated ship building parks/plot offered by various state maritime boards on concessional terms, Ministry of Shipping (Government of India) has also offered various incentive for Ship Building Industry India. Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Policy aims to provide financial assistance to Indian shipyards for shipbuilding contracts signed between 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2026, including the said dates. The financial assistance will be 20% of the ‘Contract Price’ or the ‘Fair Price’, whichever is lower, as determined by international valuers, for any vessel built in India subsequent to its delivery. The quantum of financial assistance shall reduce by three percent after every three years of the policy. This policy shall be in force for a period of 10 years from the date stipulated in the guidelines formulated by the Government for the purpose.

For details please refer to guidelines for 'Implementation of Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Policy' (as amended in October 2017) link.

Question 29

Is there a plan to develop port based smart cities in India?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are plans to develop Smart Industrial Port Cities. Initially such cities will come up near Kandla and Paradip ports.

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Question 30

What are the initiatives taken by the Indian government in ports sector?

Accepted Answer

Government of India has launched major initiatives to upgrade and strengthen ports and shipping in the country including enabling policy measures to facilitate private investments in this sector. Some of the key initiatives like Sagarmala Project, dredging and navigation for 111 inland waterways , financial assistance for ship building in India, promotion of cruise shipping and cruise terminals in India, incentives for coastal shipping and development of 13 Coastal Economic Zones along the coastline of India.

Question 31

What are Coastal Economic Zones?

Accepted Answer

Coastal Economic Zones (CEZ) are geographically contiguous districts within a State that are either coastal districts or districts having a strong port linkage. CEZs would link Major and Non-major ports, Industrial units and evacuation infrastructure into a single system at regional level. CEZs would fuel port-led industrialization program. Ministry of Shipping had identified 13 CEZ along the Indian coastline under Sagarmala Program. For details, please refer to link.

Question 32

What are Coastal Zone Regulations?

Accepted Answer

Coastal stretches of seas, bays, estuaries, creeks, rivers and backwaters which are influenced by tidal action (in the landward side) up to 500 metres from the High Tide Line (HTL) and the land between the Low Tide Line (LTL) and the High Tide Line (HTL) is defined as Coastal Regulation Zone. Activities in such zones are subject to restrictions notified by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.

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Question 33

Is Foreign investment allowed in Port & Shipping sector?

Accepted Answer

The Government has allowed 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the shipping sector. 100% FDI is allowed under the automatic route for projects related to the construction and maintenance of ports and harbours.

Question 34

How many states are classified under solar city development programme?

Accepted Answer

Under the 'Development of Solar Cities Programme'. there are in total 60 solar cities identified.

Question 35

What is a solar city?

Accepted Answer

The Solar City aims at minimum 10% reduction in projected demand of conventional energy at the end of five years, through a combination of enhancing supply from renewable energy sources in the city and energy efficiency measures. The basic aim is to motivate the local Governments for adopting renewable energy technologies and energy efficiency measures.

Question 36

What are the new technologies undertaken by the government in this sector?

Accepted Answer

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has taken up various programmes on new technologies. As part of these programmes, various projects pertinent to research, development and demonstration have been initiated. These initiatives have been at various research, scientific and educational institutes, universities, national laboratories, industry, etc. These projects are helping in the development of indigenous research and industrial base, expertise, trained manpower and prototypes/devices/systems in the country 

a. Hydrogen Energy
b. Chemical Sources of Energy (Fuel Cells)
c. Battery Operated Vehicles
d. Geo Thermal Energy
e. Ocean Energy
f. Biofuels

Question 37

What is strategy related to R&D?

Accepted Answer

R&D for technology development in industry -driven and goal oriented.

1. Involvement of industry and scientific establishment.
2. Access technological development elsewhere avoiding 'Reinventing the wheel'.
3. Indigenous R&D for new and emerging technologies and improvement of available technologies.
4. Time bound specific tasks for identified R&D activities to be assigned to recognized / identified industry and institutions with clear understanding on the achievement of results.

Question 38

What is the state-wise electricity generation capacity?

Accepted Answer

The electricity generation capacity is listed state wise, which can be accessed from the

Question 39

What is the Leather sector overview of India?

Accepted Answer

India is the second largest producer and consumer of footwear in the world.

The Leather industry in India accounts for around 13% of the world’s leather production of hides/skins and handles a robust annual production of about 3 bn sq. ft. of leather. The country accounts for 9% of the world’s footwear production. The industry is an employment intensive industry providing job to more than 4 Mn people. The industry is home to many leather and footwear clusters across the length and breadth of India.

Question 40

What are the major initiatives undertaken by the government in recent times in the leather sector?

Accepted Answer

The Indian Footwear and Leather Development Programme (IFLDP) (erstwhile IFLADP) has been approved for continuation from 2021-22 with an approved financial outlay of INR 1700 crore. IFLDP has been approved by the Union Cabinet on 19.01.2022 as continuation of the erstwhile IFLADP till 31.03.2026 or till further review, whichever is earlier. Indian Footwear and Leather Development Programme(IFLDP) aims at development of infrastructure for the leather sector, address environmental concerns specific to the leather sector, facilitate additional investments, employment generation and increase in production. For more details please visit - https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1795797

Question 41

How much FDI is allowed under single brand product retail?

Accepted Answer

100% FDI is allowed under single brand product retail via automatic route.

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Question 42

Are there any required approvals and licenses or registrations that need to be procured in order to import apparel or other retail goods?

Accepted Answer

Approval or licensing requirements depend on the product proposed to be imported to India. Further, in the case of proposed foreign investment, compliance with relevant provisions of the Policy 2017 will have to be ensured. 

Additionally, any person interested in importing goods into India must follow certain rules and guidelines as laid down by The Companies Act 2013, RBI guidelines etc. They must pay GST, Income Tax and other taxes as per state ruling.

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) issues Import Export (IE) Codes which are required for importing or exporting goods. The issued IE Codes can be used by the entity throughout its existence and don't require any renewal or filing.

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Question 43

Are we allowed to sell products of a sub brand if we have a Single Brand Retail Trade (SBRT) license?

Accepted Answer

No, any addition to the product/product categories to be sold under 'Single Brand' would require a fresh approval of the Government.

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Question 44

What are the different states that allow Multi Brand Retail Trading (MBRT) and are there any clauses under the rule?

Accepted Answer

As per para 5.2.15.4 of the FDI Policy, 2017, the following states allow MBRT subject to the conditions mentioned in the policy:
 i.      Andhra Pradesh
 ii.     Assam
 iii.    Delhi
 iv.    Haryana
 v.     Himachal Pradesh
 vi.    Jammu &amp Kashmir
 vii.   Karnataka
 viii.  Maharashtra
 ix.    Manipur
 x.     Rajasthan
 xi.    Uttarakhand
 xii.   Daman & Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli (Union Territories)

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Question 45

Are there any legal requirements regarding apparel labelling?

Accepted Answer

There are legal labelling requirements regarding garments in loose form in retail stores, which can be found below through the Legal Metrology Rules, 2011. 


	Name or Description of Product
	Size: Internationally recognizable size indicators - S, M, L, XL, etc. along with the details in metric notation in terms of cm or m as the case may be. Alternatively, the words ‘TO FIT SIZE’ instead of only ‘Size’ on the label may be used. 
	Maximum Retail Price
	Name, full address and customer care number of the manufacturer


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Question 46

what is the objective of Bharatmala programme?

Accepted Answer

Bharatmala Pariyojana program focuses on optimizing efficiency of freight and passenger movement across the country by bridging critical infrastructure gaps through effective interventions like development of Economic Corridors, Inter Corridors and Feeder Routes, National Corridor Efficiency Improvement, Border and International connectivity roads, Coastal and Port connectivity roads and Green-field expressways.

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Question 47

What are the different initiatives taken by the Govt. towards development of Highways in India?

Accepted Answer

Some of the key initiatives taken by Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) are:


	   Bharatmala Pariyojna
	   Eastern Peripheral Expressway – Western Peripheral Expressway
	   Indian Bridge Management System
	  Toll-Operate-Transfer (ToT)
	   Planning of multi modal transport system
	   Green Highways Division in NHAI
	   Project Monitoring Information System (PMIS)
	   INAM-Pro+ launched
	   Bhoomi Rashi


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Question 48

What is the Green Highways (Plantation, Transplantation, Beautification & Maintenance) Policy? What are the benefits of adopting this policy?

Accepted Answer

This is a Policy to promote greening of highway corridors with participation of the community, farmers, private sector, NGOs, and government institutions. Further, the policy provides comprehensive guidelines to ensure uniformity of operations pertaining to enhancement of highway landscapes. The community shall be benefited in terms of huge generation of employment opportunities, entrepreneurship development and  environmental benefits. Overall, adoption of the policy will contribute to economic development of the country and the local groups can access their rights to the non-timber produce from the trees.

Question 49

What are the Fiscal incentives provided by the Government in Road and Highway Sector?

Accepted Answer

Fiscal incentives for the sector are as follows:
1) 100% FDI through automatic route allowed subject to applicable laws and regulation.
2) Right of way (RoW) for project land made available to concessionaires free from all encumbrances.
3) NHAI/GOI to provide capital grant (Viability Gap Funding/Cash Support) up to 40% of project cost to enhance viability on a case to case basis.
4) 100% tax exemption for five years and 30% relief for next five years, which may be availed of in 20 years.
5) Duty free import of modern high capacity construction equipment.

Question 50

What roles did Government play in highway sector?

Accepted Answer

National Highways Authority of India implemented the National Highways Development Project (NHDP) which is India’s largest ever Highways Project in a phased manner. Prime focus of NHDP was to ensure enhanced safety features, better riding surface, road geometry and traffic management, bypasses and wayside amenities, over bridges and underpasses etc.

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Question 51

What amount of Foreign Direct Investment is permitted in streets and parkways?

Accepted Answer

​100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is allowed under the automatic route in the road and highways sector​. 

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Question 52

How much FDI is allowed under telecom sector?

Accepted Answer

100% FDI is allowed in the telecom sector under automatic route.

Question 53

What are the advantages of investing in telecom sector?

Accepted Answer

Some key incentives for investors in the telecom sector are:


	Basic customs duty (BCD) and special additional duty have been withdrawn.
	Importers of mobile handset components such as chargers, adaptors, batteries and wired handsets need to pay only the countervailing duty of 12.5%.
	A duty advantage of 10.5% exists for local manufacturers of mobile speakers and batteries

Question 54

What are the government FDI policies for telecom sector?

Accepted Answer

100% FDI is allowed in the telecom sector under the automatic route.

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Question 55

What are the subsidies under Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS)?

Accepted Answer

Capital Investment Subsidy is available under ATUFS under this scheme for eligible segments @10%/ 15% with an upper limit on investment amount.

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Question 56

What is certificate of exemption and endorsement of GSP in Export Promotion & Quality Assurance?

Accepted Answer

An exemption certificate is issued to enable quota/duty free entry of the eligible items of Handloom origin at the importing end. GSP certificates (Form A) is issued for the eligible items for the following tariff preference giving (donor) countries:

Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland, Turkey, United States of America (USA), Republic of Belarus, Russian Federation, and European Union.

The European Union includes 28 countries Viz. Austria, Belgium,Czech Republic, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands (Holland), Republic of Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom (UK).

Note: 
1) For Australia, the main requirement is exporter’s declaration on the normal commercial invoice. Form A accompanied by the normal commercial invoice is an acceptable alternative, but official certification is not required.

2) In case of Canada and New Zealand, Official Certification is not required.

3) The United States does not require GSP Form A. A declaration setting forth all pertinent detailed information concerning the production or manufacture of the merchandise is considered sufficient only if requested by the district collector of the Customs.

Question 57

What are the government sponsored schemes in textile industry?

Accepted Answer

The Ministry of Textiles has rolled out various schemes like the Production Linked Incentive scheme, PM-MITRA scheme, ATUFFS scheme, National Technical Textiles Mission Scheme, SAMARTH Scheme, Silk Samagra Scheme, Integrated Wool Development Programme. The Ministry of Textiles through the Textile Committee provides information on the various schemes available for the textile sector. The schemes are aimed at providing wholistic benefits and growth opportunities to this sector.

Question 58

What is Export Promotion & Quality Assurance under Ministry of Textile?

Accepted Answer

The Export Promotion & Quality Assurance Division carries out functions under various Sections of The Textiles Committee Act, such as conducting technical studies in the textile industry, Promotion of textile exports, Establishing, adopting and recognizing standard specifications for textiles and packing materials, Specifying the type of quality control or inspection needs to be applied to textiles, providing training on the techniques of quality control to be applied to textiles etc.

Question 59

Is there a list of importers and exporters of technical textiles available?

Accepted Answer

There are 369 technical textiles importers and 680 technical textiles exporters in India as per the latest available figures. The list of exporters and importers along with contact details, export segment & product exported is available in the website link.

Question 60

What is the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE)?

Accepted Answer

The National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE) is one of the eight missions under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC). NMEEE aims to strengthen the market for energy efficiency by creating conducive regulatory and policy regime and has envisaged fostering innovative and sustainable business models to the energy efficiency sector. The Cabinet had approved the NMEEE document, and funding for two years of the 11th Plan period (2010-12) with an outlay of $ 36.23 million. Continuation of NMEEE for the 12th Plan was approved by Cabinet on 6th August, 2014 with a total outlay of $ 119.23. The Mission seeks to upscale the efforts to unlock the market for energy efficiency which is estimated to be around $ 11.385 billion. The activities during the 11th Plan period created the institutional and regulatory infrastructure. The NMEEE spelt out four initiatives to enhance energy efficiency in energy intensive industries which are as follows:
a) Perform, Achieve and Trade Scheme (PAT), a market based mechanism to enhance the cost effectiveness in improving the Energy Efficiency in Energy Intensive industries through certification of energy saving which can be traded.
b) Market Transformation for Energy Efficiency (MTEE), for accelerating the shift to energy efficient appliances in designated sectors through innovative measures to make the products more affordable.
c) Energy Efficiency Financing Platform (EEFP), for creation of mechanisms that would help finance demand side management programmes in all sectors by capturing future energy savings.
d) Framework for Energy Efficient Economic Development (FEEED), for development of fiscal instruments to promote energy efficiency.

Question 61

What are the completed transmission projects?

Accepted Answer

There are 260 projects/elements completed all over India in 2017-18.

Question 62

What are the upcoming projects transmission projects?

Accepted Answer

There are 285 projects coming in all over India. You can find a detailed map of these projects on the link.

Question 63

What is TARANG?

Accepted Answer

TARANG is the Transmission App for Real time Monitoring and Growth to monitor the progress of transmission system in the country.

Question 64

What is Central Electricity Authority and what is the information it provides?

Accepted Answer

Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is a statutory organization originally constituted under the Electricity Act, 2003. The organization releases monthly reports related, state wise installed capacity on the link.

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