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Which of the following statements with regard to the 'National Manufacturing Mission' is/are correct? 1. It covers small, medium and large industries. 2. It will support cleantech manufacturing. 3. It will facilitate promotion of employment opportunities in labour-intensive sectors. Select the answer using the code given below.
Explanation
The National Manufacturing Mission, announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, is a comprehensive initiative designed to strengthen India's industrial backbone. It explicitly covers small, medium, and large industries to further the 'Make in India' vision. A core objective of the mission is to support Cleantech manufacturing, specifically targeting domestic value addition in sectors like solar PV cells, EV batteries, and wind turbines. Furthermore, the mission facilitates employment opportunities by focusing on labour-intensive sectors such as footwear, leather, and toys through dedicated schemes like the Focus Product Scheme. The mission's framework emphasizes five focal areas: ease of doing business, a future-ready workforce, a vibrant MSME sector, technology availability, and quality products. By integrating skilling and infrastructure development, it aims to maximize efficiency and job creation across the manufacturing landscape [2].
Sources
- [2] https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2099687