Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) It is self-reliant across the full value chain.
• India’s textile industry covers fibres, spinning, weaving, processing, and garments.
• It uses both natural and synthetic fibres.
• This integrated structure is a key strength of the sector.
Information Booster:
• India is among the largest textile producers globally.
• Major fibres: cotton, jute, silk, wool, polyester.
• Textile sector is a major employment generator.
Additional Knowledge:
• The sector supports export earnings as well as domestic demand.
• MSMEs play a crucial role in textiles.