The automotive industry in India has come a long way from its nascent state at the time of India’s independence in 1947 to its present day dynamic form. As compared to the production of mere 4,000 vehicles in 1950, the production of the industry crossed the historic landmark of 10 million vehicles in 2006. Today, the industry produces a wide range of automobiles and auto-components catering to both the domestic as well as foreign markets. The development of the industry has been shaped by the demand on the one hand and the government interventions on the other; the influence of the latter being considerable.
The evolution of India’s automotive industry is identified to have occurred in four phases. In the first (1947-1965) and second phase (1966-1979), the important policies identified were related to protection, indigenisation and regulation of the industry. On the one hand, these policies helped India to build an indigenous automotive industry, while on the other it led to unsatisfactory industry performance. In the third phase (1980-1990), the single most important policy identified was the one with regard to relaxation in the means of technology acquisition. The foreign competition inducted into the industry transformed its dynamics. Lastly, in the fourth phase (1991 onwards) the liberalisation with regard to foreign investment had a significant influence on the Indian automotive industry as we see it today.
This work traces the evolution of the automotive industry from its inception to present day and identifies the important policies made by the Indian government. The work also studies the influence of important policies on the development of the industry.
Keywords: Government Influence; Government Policies; Indian Automotive Industry
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Current overview of India's automotive industry
- 2.1. Domestic sales
- 2.2. Exports
- 2.3. Research and development
- 3. Present configuration of the industry
- 3.1. Industry structure
- 3.2. Industry clusters
- 4. Industry development and the role of government: A discussion
- 4.1. Government's role in the development of an industry
- 4.2. Policies as the means for government interventions
- 5. Evolution of India's automotive industry under State interventions
- 5.1. Protection, indigenisation and regulation: 1947 to 1965
- 5.2. Increased regulation and disparate segmental growths: 1966 to 1979
- 5.3. Limited liberalisation and foreign collaborations: 1980 to 1990
- 5.4. Liberalisation and ensuing globalisation: 1991 onwards
- 6. Influence of government policies on the development of India's automotive industry
- 6.1. Influence of key policy decisions in the regulatory phases
- 6.2. Influence of key policy decisions in the limited-liberalisation phase
- 6.3. Influence of key policy decisions in the liberalisation phase
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This project aims to analyze the development of India's automotive industry and the significant influence of government policies on its evolution. The study traces the industry's trajectory from its early stages to its current dynamic state, identifying key policy interventions and their impact.
- The evolution of India's automotive industry.
- The role of government policy in shaping industrial development.
- The impact of various phases of government intervention (regulation, liberalization) on the industry.
- Analysis of key policy decisions and their consequences.
- The interplay between government regulation and industry growth.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
1. Introduction: This chapter provides a brief introduction to the topic, setting the stage for the subsequent analysis of India's automotive industry development and the role of government policies. It likely lays out the scope of the research and the methodology employed.
2. Current overview of India's automotive industry: This chapter presents a snapshot of the Indian automotive industry's current state, encompassing domestic sales, export figures, and research and development activities. It establishes a baseline for understanding the industry's present-day dynamics. The details on domestic sales, exports, and R&D efforts provide a comprehensive picture of the industry's performance and potential.
3. Present configuration of the industry: This section likely delves into the structural organization of the Indian automotive industry. It explores the industry's structure, examining different players and their relationships, and also investigates the formation of industry clusters, their geographical distribution, and the advantages or disadvantages they present.
4. Industry development and the role of government: A discussion: This chapter provides a theoretical framework for understanding the role of governments in industrial development and how policy interventions function as tools for influencing this development. It likely establishes the theoretical underpinnings for analyzing government's actions in the Indian automotive industry context. The discussion of policy as a tool for intervention sets the stage for analyzing specific policy decisions and their impact.
5. Evolution of India's automotive industry under State interventions: This chapter traces the historical evolution of India's automotive industry, categorized into distinct phases characterized by differing levels of government intervention. Each sub-chapter likely focuses on a specific period (1947-1965, 1966-1979, 1980-1990, 1991 onwards), examining the dominant policies of each era and their influence on industry structure, growth, and technological advancement.
6. Influence of government policies on the development of India's automotive industry: This chapter delves into a detailed analysis of the effects of specific policy decisions made during the different phases outlined in Chapter 5. Each sub-chapter probably analyzes policies from a particular phase and their impact on the industry’s evolution. This analysis likely provides a critical evaluation of the effectiveness and consequences of these policy decisions, assessing both positive and negative outcomes and connecting these policies to overall industrial trends.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
India, automotive industry, government policies, industrial development, regulation, liberalization, protectionism, indigenization, foreign collaboration, globalization, economic growth, policy impact.
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What are the main objectives of the study?
The primary goal is to analyze the development of India's automotive industry and the significant influence of government policies on its trajectory from its early stages to its current state. The study aims to identify key policy interventions and their impact on the industry's growth and structure.
What key themes are explored in the study?
Key themes include the evolution of India's automotive industry; the role of government policy in shaping industrial development; the impact of various phases of government intervention (regulation, liberalization); analysis of key policy decisions and their consequences; and the interplay between government regulation and industry growth.
What is covered in Chapter 1: Introduction?
Chapter 1 provides a brief introduction to the topic, setting the stage for the subsequent analysis. It likely outlines the scope of the research and the methodology employed.
What does Chapter 2: Current overview of India's automotive industry cover?
Chapter 2 presents a snapshot of the Indian automotive industry's current state, including domestic sales, export figures, and research and development activities. It establishes a baseline for understanding the industry's present-day dynamics.
What is discussed in Chapter 3: Present configuration of the industry?
Chapter 3 delves into the structural organization of the Indian automotive industry, examining its structure, the different players and their relationships, and the formation and geographical distribution of industry clusters.
What is the focus of Chapter 4: Industry development and the role of government: A discussion?
Chapter 4 provides a theoretical framework for understanding the role of governments in industrial development and how policy interventions influence this development. It establishes the theoretical underpinnings for analyzing government actions in the Indian automotive industry context.
What is the content of Chapter 5: Evolution of India's automotive industry under State interventions?
Chapter 5 traces the historical evolution of India's automotive industry, categorized into distinct phases (1947-1965, 1966-1979, 1980-1990, 1991 onwards), examining the dominant policies of each era and their influence on industry structure, growth, and technological advancement.
What does Chapter 6: Influence of government policies on the development of India's automotive industry cover?
Chapter 6 delves into a detailed analysis of the effects of specific policy decisions made during the different phases outlined in Chapter 5. It analyzes policies from each phase and their impact, providing a critical evaluation of the effectiveness and consequences of these policy decisions.
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Key words include India, automotive industry, government policies, industrial development, regulation, liberalization, protectionism, indigenization, foreign collaboration, globalization, economic growth, and policy impact.
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- MSc MBA Mahipat Ranawat (Author), 2009, Influence of government policies on industry development: The case of India's automotive industry, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/127667
