Small Industrial Sector of India and Exports

Abstract

Small scale industrial units of India are strengthening the economy by contributing up to 40 percent of the total exports of the country. In 1990-91, the share of small sector in the exports of the country was only 29.70 percent which has increased up to 40 percent in 2015-16. The small scale scientific industry of Ambala City in Haryana is world famous for its scientific instruments. According to the data released by Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), India has attained the position of second largest textile exporter after having the more export business more than that of Bangladesh, Italy and Germany.