{"id":73518,"date":"2024-04-20T11:50:15","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T11:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=73518"},"modified":"2024-04-20T11:50:15","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T11:50:15","slug":"the-coir-industry-in-kerala-is-known-for-its","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/the-coir-industry-in-kerala-is-known-for-its\/","title":{"rendered":"The coir industry in Kerala is known for its:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\r\n    <!-- Check if it's an AMP page -->\r\n            <!-- Non-AMP version -->\r\n        <div class=\"mcq-container\" data-quiz-id=\"quizState_6a9732829d776\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option1\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Value-added products                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option2\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Export potential                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option3\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Employment generation in rural areas                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option4\" data-is-correct=\"true\">\r\n                    All of the aboveAnswer: d                <\/div>\r\n                            \r\n            <!-- Feedback messages for non-AMP -->\r\n            <div class=\"feedback\" data-feedback=\"wrong\">Answer is Right!<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"feedback\" data-feedback=\"right\">Answer is Wrong!<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <script>\r\n        document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function () {\r\n            var containers = document.querySelectorAll('.mcq-container');\r\n\r\n            containers.forEach(function(container) {\r\n                var options = container.querySelectorAll('.option');\r\n                var feedbackSelect = container.querySelector('[data-feedback=\"select\"]');\r\n                var feedbackWrong = container.querySelector('[data-feedback=\"wrong\"]');\r\n                var feedbackRight = container.querySelector('[data-feedback=\"right\"]');\r\n\r\n                options.forEach(function(option) {\r\n                    option.addEventListener('click', function() {\r\n                        var selectedOption = option.getAttribute('data-option-key');\r\n                        var isCorrect = option.getAttribute('data-is-correct') === 'true';\r\n\r\n                        \/\/ Remove previous selections\r\n                        options.forEach(function(opt) {\r\n                            opt.classList.remove('correct', 'incorrect');\r\n                        });\r\n\r\n                        \/\/ Add the correct\/incorrect class\r\n                        if (isCorrect) {\r\n                            option.classList.add('correct');\r\n                            feedbackRight.hidden = false;\r\n                            feedbackWrong.hidden = true;\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            option.classList.add('incorrect');\r\n                            feedbackRight.hidden = true;\r\n                            feedbackWrong.hidden = false;\r\n                        }\r\n\r\n                        \/\/ Hide select feedback\r\n                        feedbackSelect.hidden = true;\r\n                    });\r\n                });\r\n            });\r\n        });\r\n        <\/script>\r\n    \r\n    <!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is d) All of the above.<\/p>\n<p>The coir industry in Kerala is a major contributor to the state&#8217;s economy. It is known for its value-added products, export potential, and employment generation in rural areas.<\/p>\n<p>Coir is a natural fiber extracted from the husk of coconuts. It is a strong, <div class=\"telegram-channel-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/pscnotes2025\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"telegram-channel-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"telegram-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 496 512\">\r\n                    <path fill=\"white\" d=\"M248,8C111,8,0,119,0,256s111,248,248,248s248-111,248-248S385,8,248,8z M362,177L320,367c-3,14-10,18-20,14l-56-41l-27,26 c-3,3-5,5-10,5l4-63L323,196c5-5-1-7-8-3l-98,62l-42-13c-9-3-10-9,2-14l162-63C351,160,365,164,362,177z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Join Our Telegram Channel\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> durable fiber that can be used to make a variety of products, including carpets, mats, rugs, bags, and furniture. Coir is also used in the construction industry, as a binder in concrete and as a reinforcement in asphalt.<\/p>\n<p>The coir industry in Kerala is a major employer in the state. It provides employment to over 1 million people, mostly in rural areas. The industry is also a major source of foreign exchange for Kerala. In 2018, the coir industry exported goods worth over $1 billion.<\/p>\n<p>The coir industry in Kerala is facing a number of challenges, including competition from synthetic fibers, low productivity, and poor infrastructure. However, the industry is also making efforts to improve its competitiveness and sustainability. The government of Kerala has launched a number of initiatives to support the coir industry, including providing financial assistance, training, and marketing support.<\/p>\n<p>The coir industry in Kerala has a bright future. The industry is well-positioned to benefit from the growing demand for natural fibers and sustainable products. With the support of the government and the industry, the coir industry can continue to play a major role in the economy of Kerala.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a brief explanation of each option:<\/p>\n<p>a) Value-added products: Coir is a versatile fiber that can be used to make a variety of products, including carpets, mats, rugs, bags, and furniture. Coir products are known for their quality and durability. The coir industry in Kerala is known for its value-added products, which are in high demand in both domestic and international markets.<\/p>\n<p>b) Export potential: The coir industry in Kerala has a strong export potential. Coir products are exported to a number of countries around the world, including <div class=\"youtube-subscribe-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNHT8lW-JmLC68rjBfZhdkg?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"youtube-subscribe-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"youtube-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\">\r\n                    <path d=\"M549.7 124.1c-6.3-23.7-24.8-42.3-48.3-48.6C458.8 64 288 64 288 64S117.2 64 74.6 75.5c-23.5 6.3-42 24.9-48.3 48.6-11.4 42.9-11.4 132.3-11.4 132.3s0 89.4 11.4 132.3c6.3 23.7 24.8 41.5 48.3 47.8C117.2 448 288 448 288 448s170.8 0 213.4-11.5c23.5-6.3 42-24.2 48.3-47.8 11.4-42.9 11.4-132.3 11.4-132.3s0-89.4-11.4-132.3zm-317.5 213.5V175.2l142.7 81.2-142.7 81.2z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Subscribe on YouTube\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> the United States, the European Union, and Japan. The coir industry in Kerala is the largest exporter of coir products in the world.<\/p>\n<p>c) Employment generation in rural areas: The coir industry in Kerala is a major employer in the state. It provides employment to over 1 million people, mostly in rural areas. The industry is also a major source of foreign exchange for Kerala. 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