Question

Despite India's strong capacity in spinning, the weaving sector continues to produce relatively lower-quality fabric. Which of the following is the most appropriate reason?

• A. Overdependence on imported cotton yarn
• B. Limited use of high-quality yarn due to decentralised weaving structure
• C. Excessive mechanisation of weaving mills
• D. Decline in traditional weaving skills

Hint:

Compare the structure of spinning (large mills) with weaving (many small units).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
In the cotton textile industry, spinning is done mostly in large mills. Weaving is done mostly by handloom, powerloom and small units that are spread out and run separately. This is called a decentralised weaving sector.

Step 2: The link between the two:
India's spinning mills make good quality yarn in large amounts. But the many small weaving units cannot use this high-quality yarn in full, because they work on old looms and in scattered units.
So the cloth woven is of lower quality even though the yarn is good.

Step 3: Check option A:
India grows cotton and makes cotton yarn at home. The weak point is not heavy dependence on imported yarn. So A is wrong.

Step 4: Check option B:
This matches the problem exactly: the decentralised weaving structure limits the use of high-quality yarn. So B is correct.

Step 5: Check option C:
Weaving in India is not over-mechanised. A large share is still handloom and powerloom in small units. So C is wrong.

Step 6: Check option D:
Traditional weaving skills are still strong in India, and handloom is famous for fine fabrics. The weakness is the structure of the sector, not a loss of skills. So D is wrong.

Final Answer:
Because weaving is decentralised, good yarn is not fully used. The answer is option B. \[ \boxed{\text{B. Limited use of high-quality yarn due to decentralised weaving structure}} \]