The ‘Production Linked Incentive (PLI)’ scheme was launched to promote domestic manufacturing in various sectors. Which of the following sectors were covered under this scheme?
- 1. Pharmaceuticals
- 2. Electronics
- 3. Textiles
- 4. Automobiles
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 and 2 only
3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
2, 3 and 4 only
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UPSC Combined Section Officer – 2019-20
– The scheme was first launched for three sectors in March 2020 (Large Scale Electronics Manufacturing, critical Key Starting Materials/Drug Intermediates and APIs, and Manufacturing of Medical Devices).
– Subsequently, the scheme was expanded to cover a total of 14 key sectors to create national manufacturing global champions.
– The sectors covered include Mobile Manufacturing & Specified Electronic Components, Pharmaceuticals drugs, Textiles (Technical Textiles, Man-Made Fibre segments), Automobiles & Auto Components, Telecommunication & Networking Products, Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery, Food Products, High-Efficiency Solar PV Modules, White Goods (ACs and LEDs), Specialty Steel, Medical Devices, Drones and Drone Components, IT Hardware, and Pharma (previously covered, expanded scope).
– All the sectors listed in the question (Pharmaceuticals, Electronics, Textiles, Automobiles) are part of the expanded list of sectors covered under the PLI scheme.