Name three problems faced by the cotton textile industry in India.

Competition from synthetic fibre and from cheaper imports. Obsolete machinery in many mills, which lowers productivity and quality. An irregular supply of good long-staple cotton and frequent power shortages, together with the sickness and closure of many mills.

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Explanation

The decentralised powerloom and handloom sectors now produce most of India's cloth.