In the context of the textile industry, the term “powerloom” refers to:

Consider the following statements regarding the advantages of the putting-out system for weavers: 1. Weavers do not have to spend their money on the purchase of yarn. 2. The weavers are responsible for selling the finished cloth in distant markets. 3. Weavers have complete autonomy to set the market price for the cloth. Which of the following statements are correct ?

Consider the following statements regarding the employment conditions in the garment exporting factory: 1. Most workers are employed on a permanent basis with social security benefits. 2. Workers can be asked to leave whenever the employer feels they are not needed. 3. Wages are fixed according to the skills of the worker. Which of the following statements are correct ?

Consider the following statements regarding the 'putting-out system' in the weaving industry: 1. The weavers purchase the yarn themselves from the open market. 2. The weavers are paid for their work by the merchant. 3. The finished cloth is collected by the merchant from the weavers. Which of the following statements are correct ?

Which of the following best describes the function of a 'Ginning mill'?

With reference to Weaver’s Cooperatives, consider the following 1. They are formed to reduce dependence on the merchant. 2. In a cooperative, each weaver procures yarn individually from the market. 3. The cooperative also plays a role in marketing the finished cloth. Which of the following statements are correct ?