Attempt all the questions
Question1)
Explain the main issues in world trade highlighting the growing popularity of regional arrangements, globalization, electronic commerce and environment. Also explain briefly the recent trends in world trade.
Question2)
a) What do you understand by SEZ? Describe its important features.
b) What are the goals of Market Development Assistance (MDA)? Explain different components of MDA.
Question3)
Explain the composition of gems and jewellery exported from India. What is its significance in generating foreign exchange and how could it be further increased?
Question4)
Illustrate the following :
a) BPO services
b) India’s trade with CIS countries
Question5)
Briefly explain the following statements:
a) India’s export emphasis is slowly shifting from agro-based commodities to manufactured goods.
b) Preamble to the WTO agreement includes direct references to the aim of sustainable development.
c) India has managed to occupy a quasi-“top of mind” slot among foreign investors.
d) USA is India’s largest trading partner