Jute is Golden Fiber
Q. What is also called Golden Fiber?- Published on 21 Feb 16a. Rice
b. Jute
c. Wheat
d. Cotton
ANSWER: Jute
- The color of Jute fibers is one reason for its name as the golden fiber.
- It also is seen to be an important fiber and is very profitable. Jute is called the “Golden Fiber of India” because India earns valuable foreign exchange by exporting Jute.
- It’s versatility and has eco-friendly properties.
- It is utilized for preparing gunny bags for packaging of food grains, as mandated by Jute Packaging material (JPM) Act.
- The Government is making all-out efforts to combat pollution by promoting jute products and encouraging people to use them in their day to day life.
- The Government is now giving emphasis on promoting diversification in use of jute, for preparing shopping bags, carriers, office folders, wall hangings, holders, stationery, gifts, handicrafts accessories, jute sculptures, ornamental and fashionable items, footwear, clothes and puppets, Home furnishings and Décor, Frames and Key Hangers, Lampshades, carpets and table runners, Rugs & Curtains, handicrafts, beach bags, clutches & totes, cases & water bottle holders, pouch bags and hand bags etc.
- West Bengal, Bihar, Assam, Orissa and Meghalaya are the major producers of jute.
- Bangladesh is the largest producer and exporter of raw jute.
