Evaluate the primary factors contributing to regional disparities in the sugar industry between North India and Peninsular India. What measures can be undertaken to reduce the surplus sugar production? (15 marks)
Introduction
Sugar industry is a major source of income for several sugarcane producing farmers. Farmers are faced FRP (Fair and Remunerative Price) for their produce.
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Sugar industry is a major source of income for several sugarcane producing farmers. Farmers are faced FRP (Fair and Remunerative Price) for their produce.
Regional disparities are seen in the sugar industry between North and Peninsular India — also called 'Two Indias' by economic survey.
Factors contributing to regional disparities:
(eg) land fragmentation in North more due to increasing population
Less available capacity for processing sugar in north.
Due to FRP and other government initiatives such as biofueled production has led to surplus sugar production leading to :-
⊂ Virtual water export
⊂ Lower price in international markets due to bumper production
⊂ Arrears on industry to pay farmers
Measures that can undertaken to reduce the surplus production:
Diagram
Conceptual diagram showing factors contributing to regional disparities, with branches for connectivity/ports, investment levels, industry concentration, and resource availability
- Clearly identifies regional disparity as 'Two Indias'
- Links infrastructure (ports) to competitive advantage
- Mentions specific constraints like land fragmentation
- Recognizes resource availability as key factor
- Connects FRP policy to farmer income
Aditya Agarwal
Sugar Industry in India
Regional Disparities in Sugar Industry
Factors Contributing to Regional Disparities between North and Peninsular India
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