Explain any three objectives of the ‘National Jute Policy, 2005’.
In 2005, the Government formulated the National Jute Policy with the objective of increasing productivity, improving quality, ensuring good prices to jute farmers and enhancing the yield per hectare. The jute industry faced tough competition from synthetic substitutes and competitors such as Bangladesh and Brazil. The growing global concern for environment-friendly, biodegradable materials also led to the Government policy of mandatory use of jute packaging.
Why was the decade of 1830s known as great economic hardship in Europe? Explain any three reasons.
Which were the two types of demands mentioned by Gandhi in his letter to Viceroy Irwin on 31 January 1930? Why was the abolition of ‘salt tax’ the most stirring demand? Explain.
How are means of transport and communication complementary to each other? Explain with three examples.
Why is India not able to perform to her full potential in iron and steel production? Explain any three reasons.
‘Cheap and affordable credit is essential for poor households both in rural and urban areas’. In the light of the above statement, explain the social and economic values attached to it.
Explain any three measures taken by the British government to repress the movement started against the Rowlatt Act.
How are local companies benefitted by collaborating with multinational corporations? Explain with examples.
