Which state is planning to set up India’s first textile university?

a. Gujarat

b. Rajasthan

c. Odisha

d. West Bengal

ANSWER: Gujarat

Explanation:

Gujarat government is planning to set up India’s first textile University at Surat with investment of INR 800-900 crore.

Textile industry will support the government in the endeavour

State government will fund the investment for university which is expected to be operational in 1.5 years

Aim of the university is to provide support including technology, research and development, skilled manpower and more

Land has been identified near Surat

Purpose of the university will be the creation of a complete ecosystem for the textile industry in Gujarat and India

It will guide the government in policy making for the industry

University will be spread over 250 acres