Q. Consider the following statements with respect to the ‘One Station, One Product’ (OSOP) scheme:
1.The scheme aims to promote large-scale manufacturing units near railway stations.
2.Generic soft drinks are included in the OSOP scheme.
3.The scheme has been launched with a vision to promote “Buy Local, Support Local”.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Explanation –
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are incorrect. The OSOP scheme is designed to give visibility and a marketplace to locally produced, often small-scale, and indigenous products. It’s about showcasing regional specialities. The concept of ‘One Station One Product’ was announced by the government in the Union Budget 2022-23. The scheme aims to build each railway station as a promotional hub and showcasing local and indigenous manufacturing products. The products under the OSOP scheme includes – Food items (Seasonal or Processed or semi processed foods), Handicrafts, Artefacts, Textiles, Handlooms, Traditional Garments, Local agricultural produce, Local toys, Leather products, Local Gems and Jewellery. The OSOP scheme was launched with a vision to promote ‘Vocal for Local’. This would help the local manufacturers to sell their product and will create additional income opportunities for the marginalised sections of society.
Source: The Hindu
