India is the largest producer of raw jute and jute goods, yet it ranks only second as an exporter. A student…

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India is the largest producer of raw jute and jute goods, yet it ranks only second as an exporter. A student argues: 'This means India must have a very large domestic market for jute goods.' Using your understanding of the jute industry and the broader manufacturing chapter, evaluate whether this argument is well-reasoned.

Accepted Answer

## Model Answer The student's argument is **well-reasoned**. Since India is the largest producer of jute goods but only the second-largest exporter, a significant portion of production is consumed domestically. This implies a large domestic market — for example, jute is widely used for packaging, sacks, and other goods within India. Additionally, the textbook notes that after Partition, three-fourths of jute-growing areas went to Bangladesh, yet mills remained in India, sustaining high domestic production and consumption. Thus, domestic demand logically absorbs the surplus not exported. *Source: Jute Textiles, Chapter 6 — Manufacturing Industries* --- ## Explanation - **Key logic**: Largest producer + second exporter → large domestic consumption. This is a valid inference. - Examiners expect you to **use textbook facts** (Partition detail, Bangladesh being first exporter) to support the reasoning. - Don't just say "yes" — briefly explain *why* using evidence. That's what earns all 3 m…

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