VOICED : Cloned Pashmina goats help preserve

The video discusses the challenges and efforts in boosting Pashmina wool production in Indian Kashmir. It highlights the cloning of Pashmina goats to increase wool yield without increasing goat numbers, due to harsh climate conditions. The craftsmanship of Pashmina shawls, known for their intricate designs and high value, is threatened by cheap imports. Government initiatives aim to protect traditional artisans through patents and testing for authenticity. However, market trends and consumer awareness pose challenges, as many buyers struggle to distinguish genuine Pashmina products.

What is the primary goal of cloning Pashmina goats in Indian Kashmir?

• To export more goats to other countries

• To create a new breed of goats

• To enhance wool productivity per goat

• To increase the number of goats

What makes Pashmina wool unique compared to other materials?

• It is machine-made and inexpensive

• It is produced in large quantities worldwide

• It is handwoven, handspun, and hand-finished

• It is made from synthetic fibers

What is one of the main threats to the traditional Pashmina craft?

• Cheap machine-made foreign imports

• Lack of skilled artisans

• Excessive government regulation

• Overproduction of Pashmina wool

How is the government supporting traditional Pashmina artisans?

• By providing financial subsidies

• By setting up a laboratory to test for fakes

• By increasing the number of Pashmina goats

• By exporting more shawls to the West

What challenge do experts face in ensuring the future of the Pashmina craft?

• Training new artisans in traditional methods

• Increasing the number of Pashmina goats

• Finding new markets for Pashmina shawls

• Convincing buyers to pay for genuine products