Which of the following is/are the most significant implication(s) of obtaining Oeko-Tex certification for Eri Silk in the global textile industry?
- 1.It allows Indian exporters to compete in high-end markets that prioritise chemical-free products.
- 2.It confirms that Eri Silk meets international safety, environmental, and quality standards, enabling its entry into premium eco-conscious markets.
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Answer & explanation
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
The Oeko-Tex certification is an international standard under which textiles are tested for harmful substances and produced in environment-friendly conditions. Its award to Eri silk, the 'peace silk' of the North-East, helps it reach premium, eco-conscious export markets. Both statements describe that effect.
- ✓ 1. PIB calls the certification a pivotal step in bringing Eri Silk closer to the global export market, which is how Indian exporters reach buyers who want textiles tested for harmful substances.
- ✓ 2. The Oeko-Tex standard ensures textiles are tested for harmful substances and produced in environment-friendly conditions, so PIB calls it a significant endorsement that positions Eri Silk as a globally recognised, sustainable textile.
Remember · Eri (Endi) silk: multivoltine silk of open-ended cocoons, mainly in Assam and the North-East; Oeko-Tex = tested for harmful substances, eco-friendly production. NEHHDC obtained it in August 2024.
Sources
- PIB (Ministry of DoNER): NEHHDC achieves Oeko-Tex certification for Eri Silk, 16 August 2024 ↗ “This certification marks a pivotal step in bringing Eri Silk closer to penetrating the global export market, expanding its reach … The Oeko-Tex certification, a rigorous standard that ensures textiles are tested for harmful substances and produced in environment friendly conditions, is a significant endorsement for Eri Silk.”
- Central Silk Board (Ministry of Textiles), Eri Silk ↗ “Also known as Endi or Errandi, Eri is a multivoltine silk spun from open-ended cocoons, unlike other varieties of silk.”
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