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NIRYAT Data FY25: Tamil Nadu Emerges as India's Premier Textile Exporting State

According to NIRYAT data released by the DPIIT, Tamil Nadu has secured the top position in India’s textile exports for FY25.
The state exported textiles worth USD 7,997.17 million, accounting for a 21.84% share of the nation's total textile export volume.
Gujarat and Maharashtra followed as the second and third largest exporters with USD 5,646 million and USD 3,831 million respectively.
India's cumulative textile exports for the fiscal year reached USD 36,610 million.
Significance: The presence of integrated supply chain hubs like Tiruppur and Coimbatore has been a major driver for Tamil Nadu's dominance in the global garment market.

Key Facts / Static GK

NIRYAT Full Form: National Import-Export Record for Yearly Analysis of Trade
NIRYAT Portal Launched: 2022
DPIIT Parent Ministry: Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Q Practice Quiz — 23 March 2026

1. Regarding the 'PRARAMBH 2026' initiative, what does the 'N' represent in the M.A.N.A.V. framework?

A Net-Zero Emissions
B National Sovereignty
C New-age Technology
D Non-Resident Compliance
E Node Administration

Explanation: In the PRARAMBH 2026 framework M.A.N.A.V., the acronym stands for: Moral & Ethical Systems, Accountable Governance, National Sovereignty, Accessible & Inclusive AI, and Valid & Legitimate Systems.

2. What is the specific duration covered by the newly approved 'Utkarsh 3.0' strategy framework of the RBI?

A 2025-2027
B 2026-2028
C 2026-2029
D 2027-2030
E 2025-2030

Explanation: Utkarsh 3.0 is the Medium-Term Strategy Framework approved by the RBI board to cover a three-year period from 2026 to 2029.

3. Which of the following statements is true regarding the new UPI-linked credit line launched by Bank of Baroda?

A The maximum overdraft limit is ₹10,000.
B It is available only to corporate employees.
C It is the first bank in India to introduce such a facility for Women SHGs.
D The facility is not accessible via the UPI platform.
E It is launched in collaboration with the World Bank.

Explanation: Bank of Baroda is the 1st bank in India to introduce a UPI-linked credit line (OD facility) specifically for Women SHG members holding PMJDY accounts, with a maximum limit of ₹5,000.

4. What was the total value of India's textile exports in FY25 according to the NIRYAT data?

A USD 25,500 million
B USD 30,120 million
C USD 36,610 million
D USD 40,000 million
E USD 45,960 million

Explanation: India’s total textile exports for the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25) stood at USD 36,610 million, with Tamil Nadu contributing the largest share.

5. What was the primary reason Kaveh Madani was awarded the Stockholm Water Prize 2026?

A Invention of a new desalination technology
B Contributions to water governance and crisis management
C Discovery of new underground aquifers in Iran
D Advocating for privatization of water resources
E Construction of the world's largest dam

Explanation: Kaveh Madani was honored for his contributions to water governance and shifting the global focus from infrastructure-only to governance-based solutions for water crisis management.

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