Question

Why is the jute industry located near the Hugli River? Mention the challenges faced by it. When was the National Jute Policy Implemented.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The two challenges faced by the jute industry in India are:

(i) Stiff competition in the international market from synthetic substitutes.

(ii) Supply competition from other jute producing nations like Bangladesh, Brazil, Philippines, Egypt and Thailand.

The major objective of the National Jute Policy, 2005 are:

(i) To increase productivity.

(ii) To improve quality.

(iii) Ensuring good prices to the jute farmers.

(iv) Enhancing the yield per hectare.

(v) The internal demand for jute has been on the increase because.

(vi) The government policy of mandatory use of jute packaging.