{"id":29352,"date":"2024-02-23T09:22:46","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T09:22:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=29352"},"modified":"2024-02-23T09:22:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T09:22:48","slug":"upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Mains &#8211; Evaluate the impact of geographical factors on hindering the growth of India&#8217;s semiconductor manufacturing sector, despite the &#8216;Make In India&#8217; initiative. 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words\/#Factors_Hindering_Semiconductor_Manufacturing_Growth\" title=\"Factors Hindering Semiconductor Manufacturing Growth:\">Factors Hindering Semiconductor Manufacturing Growth:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words\/#Measures_to_Promote_Semiconductor_Manufacturing\" title=\"Measures to Promote Semiconductor Manufacturing:\">Measures to Promote Semiconductor Manufacturing:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion:\">Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-evaluate-the-impact-of-geographical-factors-on-hindering-the-growth-of-indias-semiconductor-manufacturing-sector-despite-the-make-in-india-initiative-150-words\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Initiated in 2014, the &#8216;Make In India&#8217; campaign by the Indian government aims to bolster domestic manufacturing, emphasizing self-reliance for economic growth and job creation, with a particular focus on critical sectors such as semiconductors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/_RFxXSBDeKwklgKEPJB-qEKVczhTKESwMCENXGqjoafqI8lfwNtsmnpehA59_veaCG24irT6er3yK31mFvhgHqbx7o4W9B8YUnR-JVovrqFOXfqd6V2UpUMFIorkPrRbxVNnyWQO6KwUi-PCQcW0Zl8\" width=\"391.61242603550295\" height=\"422.2874737331047\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 391px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 391\/422;\"><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Hindering_Semiconductor_Manufacturing_Growth\"><\/span>Factors Hindering Semiconductor Manufacturing Growth:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Infrastructure Gap:<\/strong> India&#8217;s semiconductor industry grapples with infrastructural limitations, particularly in wafer fabrication facilities. As of 2022, India contributes only 0.3% to global semiconductor production.<\/li><li><strong>Investment Shortfall:<\/strong> Inadequate investments in research and development (R&amp;D) and manufacturing facilities impede sector expansion, with India accounting for a mere 0.7% of global R&amp;D expenditure in 2022.<\/li><li><strong>Skilled Workforce:<\/strong> The semiconductor sector faces a scarcity of skilled labor, particularly in design and manufacturing, with a skill gap of approximately 200,000 engineers.<\/li><li><strong>Regulatory Complexities: <\/strong>Cumbersome regulatory processes and unclear policies act as deterrents for investors, with India ranking 63 out of 190 countries in ease of doing business as of 2022.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measures_to_Promote_Semiconductor_Manufacturing\"><\/span>Measures to Promote Semiconductor Manufacturing:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme: <\/strong>Allocating INR 40,995 crore for electronics, including semiconductors, this scheme provides percentage-based incentives on incremental sales, fostering domestic production and reducing import dependency.<\/li><li><strong>Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme: <\/strong>Introduced in 2012, this initiative funds electronics infrastructure, supporting common facilities and clusters, with up to 50% funding for projects aimed at reducing bottlenecks.<\/li><li><strong>Skill Development:<\/strong> The Skill India initiative targets 40 crore skilled workers by 2022, with specific programs by the Electronics Skill Council focusing on semiconductor skills, contributing to a skilled workforce for manufacturing and technology.<\/li><li><strong>National Electronics Policy (NEP): <\/strong>Aiming for a competitive electronics ecosystem, NEP targets a $500 billion turnover by 2022, promoting research and development and indigenous production across industries, including semiconductors.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Addressing the significant challenges faced by India&#8217;s semiconductor manufacturing sector necessitates focused interventions that enhance infrastructure, foster research, and skill development, and streamline regulations, enabling effective progress in this crucial industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/free-resources-for-upsc?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/18.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42398 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/18.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/18-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/18-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel \u2013&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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