{"id":43235,"date":"2024-07-10T11:11:28","date_gmt":"2024-07-10T11:11:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=43235"},"modified":"2024-07-10T11:11:29","modified_gmt":"2024-07-10T11:11:29","slug":"india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/","title":{"rendered":"India Needs to Reset Its Trade Policy &#8211; UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis &#8211; 10th July 2024 &#8211; Edukemy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>India&#8217;s trade policy needs a major overhaul to keep up with the rapidly changing global economy. With shifts in international trade dynamics and emerging opportunities, it&#8217;s crucial for India to rethink its strategies to boost exports, attract foreign investments, and strengthen its economic position. By resetting its trade policy, India can better address challenges like trade imbalances, protect its industries, and create more jobs. A fresh approach will help India become more competitive on the world stage and ensure sustainable economic growth for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-current-affairs?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Current+Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: GS &#8211; 3, Growth &amp; Development\u2013 Mobilisation of Resources \u2013 Effect of Policies &amp; Politics of Countries on India&#8217;s Interests<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d6013783197\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Reason_Behind_Indias_Resistance_to_WTO_Expansion_and_Its_Drawbacks\" title=\"Reason Behind India&#8217;s Resistance to WTO Expansion and Its Drawbacks:\">Reason Behind India&#8217;s Resistance to WTO Expansion and Its Drawbacks:<\/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\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Key_Components_of_Indias_Vision_2047\" title=\"Key Components of India\u2019s Vision 2047:\">Key Components of India\u2019s Vision 2047:<\/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\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Why_India_Needs_to_Reset_Its_Trade_Policy\" title=\"Why India Needs to Reset Its Trade Policy:\">Why India Needs to Reset Its Trade Policy:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward:\">Way Forward:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#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-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Q_Why_does_India_need_to_reset_its_trade_policy\" title=\"Q: Why does India need to reset its trade policy?\">Q: Why does India need to reset its trade policy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Q_What_are_the_main_problems_with_Indias_current_trade_policy\" title=\"Q: What are the main problems with India\u2019s current trade policy?\">Q: What are the main problems with India\u2019s current trade policy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-10th-july-2024-edukemy\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_Here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context\"><\/span><strong>Context:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India&#8217;s resistance to expanding the World Trade Organisation\u2019s (WTO) negotiation agenda, especially in areas like e-commerce, trade, climate change, and investment facilitation, has sparked considerable debate.\u00a0<\/li><li>India&#8217;s stance on preserving policy flexibility benefits traditional sectors like agriculture and fisheries but may hinder capitalising on opportunities in the digital economy and high-tech manufacturing, crucial to its Vikas Bharat vision.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfSOruj3PzpEXYeusGf8lqXBTkw2A0ySZ43xGHLeMfdnrPRS_S3wgUHUrt_gjBtI7ad6WL_Cp5ksaFF47ZX6obIdhhHBy1maN11nDIqFTr0HSJBwTbweMmvRvK-qGALmIKQZTjaZ-BNixF8O2QIg0GTTX5MeNhPQk0Q78Vhy0_VZV2DLVnOqv8?key=uid2aNlCBitRAFad72URtg\" width=\"529\" height=\"352.3162477016449\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 529px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 529\/352;\"><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_Behind_Indias_Resistance_to_WTO_Expansion_and_Its_Drawbacks\"><\/span><strong>Reason Behind India&#8217;s Resistance to WTO Expansion and Its Drawbacks:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>To Maintain Policy Flexibility:<\/strong><ul><li>India\u2019s resistance to the WTO\u2019s expanded negotiation agenda is primarily to maintain policy flexibility for its economic development strategies.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This cautious approach benefits traditional sectors such as agriculture and fisheries, where policy autonomy is crucial to protect the livelihoods of millions of small farmers and fishermen.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These sectors are highly sensitive to international competition and volatile global markets, necessitating a protective stance to ensure food security and sustainable rural development.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Drawbacks of India\u2019s Resistance:<\/strong><ul><li>India\u2019s resistance to liberalising trade policies can have significant drawbacks, particularly in seizing new opportunities in the digital economy and high-tech manufacturing.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These sectors are rapidly transforming the global economic landscape, driven by advancements in technology, innovation, and the increasing integration of digital platforms in business operations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The digital economy encompasses a broad range of activities, including e-commerce, digital services, fintech, and artificial intelligence, all of which present immense growth potential for India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Therefore, India\u2019s stance against the WTO\u2019s expansion could hinder the realisation of its Vision 2047.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Components_of_Indias_Vision_2047\"><\/span><strong>Key Components of India\u2019s Vision 2047:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Digital Infrastructure Development<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Internet Connectivity<\/strong>: Aim for 100% broadband coverage across rural and urban areas by 2030.<\/li><li><strong>Data Centers<\/strong>: Establish multiple advanced data centres to support growing data needs.<\/li><li><strong>Digital Payment Systems<\/strong>: Increase digital payment transactions to $1 trillion annually by 2030.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Innovation and R&amp;D<\/strong><ul><li><strong>R&amp;D Investment<\/strong>: Increase R&amp;D spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2047.<\/li><li><strong>Startups<\/strong>: Support the growth of 100,000 tech startups by 2047.<\/li><li><strong>Technology Advancements<\/strong>: Focus on developing AI, biotechnology, and quantum computing technologies.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Skilled Workforce<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Educational Reforms<\/strong>: Revamp curricula to include emerging technologies and digital skills.<\/li><li><strong>Vocational Training<\/strong>: Provide vocational training programs for 50 million people by 2030.<\/li><li><strong>Upskilling Initiatives<\/strong>: Launch programs to upskill the existing workforce in digital and high-tech sectors.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Regulatory Reforms<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Ease of Doing Business<\/strong>: Aim to be in the top 25 of the World Bank&#8217;s Ease of Doing Business ranking by 2030.<\/li><li><strong>Data Protection<\/strong>: Implement data protection regulations aligned with global standards by 2025.<\/li><li><strong>Foreign Investment<\/strong>: Create a conducive environment to attract $100 billion in FDI annually by 2030.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Sustainable Development<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Green Technologies<\/strong>: Invest in renewable energy to achieve 500 GW of installed capacity by 2040.<\/li><li><strong>Carbon Emissions<\/strong>: Reduce carbon emissions to achieve net-zero by 2070.<\/li><li><strong>Environmental Sustainability<\/strong>: Promote sustainable practices in agriculture, manufacturing, and urban development to ensure long-term environmental health.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_India_Needs_to_Reset_Its_Trade_Policy\"><\/span><strong>Why India Needs to Reset Its Trade Policy:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>To Navigate Global Economic Governance Effectively<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Evolving Landscape<\/strong>: The global economic governance landscape is changing, influenced by geoeconomics, emerging technologies, resilient global value chains, and environmental sustainability.<\/li><li><strong>India&#8217;s Stake<\/strong>: As a rising economy, India has significant stakes in this new paradigm. Its growing global stature necessitates a constructive role in managing differences amidst these changes.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>To Sustain Technology-Driven Economic Growth<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Policy Reforms<\/strong>: India&#8217;s domestic policy reforms aim to promote global integration by fostering technology-driven and environmentally sustainable economic growth.<\/li><li><strong>FDI Attraction<\/strong>: India ranked third in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2022, after the US and China.<\/li><li><strong>Export Goals<\/strong>: India aims to boost goods exports to $1 trillion by 2030, positioning itself as a manufacturing powerhouse. The e-commerce market is expected to reach $350 billion by 2030, offering significant opportunities for export growth.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>To Leverage E-Commerce Opportunities<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Regulatory Reforms<\/strong>: India\u2019s regulatory reforms have promoted digitization, transparency, and operational efficiency in the business landscape.<\/li><li><strong>Data Protection<\/strong>: India\u2019s data protection regulations are being aligned with global standards.<\/li><li><strong>Environmental Goals<\/strong>: India is committed to a low-carbon, resilient, and equitable transition, targeting net zero carbon emissions by 2070 and making significant strides in energy access and greenhouse gas emission reductions.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Shift from Defensive to Proactive Engagement<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Policy Predictability<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>India\u2019s evolving export-led economic growth model should emphasise seeking policy predictability in key destination markets like the US, the EU, and Japan, particularly in high-tech sectors.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Active Participation<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>India must actively participate in WTO negotiations on e-commerce, trade, climate change, and investment facilitation.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Move Towards Present Imperatives<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Context Change<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>Since the 1991 economic crisis, policy reforms have dismantled trade barriers, attracted foreign investments, and spurred economic expansion.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Growth Management<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>Emphasising digitization, sustainable development, and resilient value chains is crucial for bolstering India&#8217;s manufacturing sector.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Active Global Participation:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Bilateral Engagement<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>Active participation in WTO discussions is crucial for successful bilateral engagement with major markets and building a leadership position in the Global South.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Regulation Consensus<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>India&#8217;s engagement is necessary to influence regulations in disruptive technologies and unilateral carbon border adjustment measures that could impact Indian businesses.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Abandon Traditional Defensive Approach:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Trade-to-GDP Ratio<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>From 2000 to 2007, India\u2019s trade-to-GDP ratio surged from 12% to 23%. To achieve ambitious export targets and accelerate GDP growth, the country aims for a higher trade-to-GDP ratio, ideally between 30-35%.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s proactive approach to shaping multilateral disciplines in trade and investment has been demonstrated through its active participation in G20 forums and bilateral trade and investment negotiations with economically advanced nations. A similar proactive engagement strategy should extend to WTO negotiations, pivotal for achieving national economic development objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Questions (PYQs)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Prelims<\/strong><br>Q:1 Convertibility of rupee implies (2015)<br>(a) being able to convert rupee notes into gold<br>(b) allowing the value of rupee to be fixed by market forces<br>(c) freely permitting the conversion of rupee to other currencies and vice versa<br>(d) developing an international market for currencies in India<br><strong>Ans: (c)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Q:2 Increase in absolute and per capita real GNP do not connote a higher level of economic development, if (2018)<\/strong><br>a) Industrial output fails to keep pace with agricultural output.<br>b) Agricultural output fails to keep pace with industrial output.<br>c) Poverty and unemployment increase.<br>d) Imports grow faster than exports.<br><strong>Ans: (c)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Q:3 A \u201cclosed economy\u201d is an economy in which (2011)<\/strong><br>a) the money supply is fully controlled<br>b) deficit financing takes place<br>c) only exports take place<br>d) neither exports or imports take place<br><strong>Ans: (d)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Mains<\/strong><br><strong>Q1. Define potential GDP and explain its determinants. What are the factors that have been inhibiting India from realising its potential GDP? (2020)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/opinion\/columns\/why-india-needs-to-reset-its-trade-policy-9441271\/\">IE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_does_India_need_to_reset_its_trade_policy\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Why does India need to reset its trade policy?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: India needs to reset its trade policy to boost economic growth, increase exports, and create jobs. Current policies may not be fully leveraging India&#8217;s potential in global markets, and updating them can help the country compete better internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_the_main_problems_with_Indias_current_trade_policy\"><\/span><strong>Q: What are the main problems with India\u2019s current trade policy?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: The main problems include high tariffs, complex regulations, and lack of infrastructure. These issues make it difficult for Indian businesses to export goods and attract foreign investment, limiting economic opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_a_new_trade_policy_benefit_Indian_businesses\"><\/span>Q: <strong>How can a new trade policy benefit Indian businesses?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: A new trade policy can simplify export procedures, reduce tariffs, and improve trade infrastructure. This will make it easier for Indian businesses to sell their products overseas, leading to higher revenues and growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_changes_should_India_make_in_its_trade_policy\"><\/span><strong>Q: What changes should India make in its trade policy?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: India should consider lowering tariffs, simplifying trade regulations, and improving port and logistics facilities. Additionally, forming new trade agreements with other countries can open up more markets for Indian goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_will_resetting_trade_policy_affect_Indian_consumers\"><\/span><strong>Q: How will resetting trade policy affect Indian consumers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: Resetting trade policy can benefit Indian consumers by increasing the availability of imported goods at lower prices. 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