Some time back, the Government of India, decided to delicense ‘white goods’ industry. ‘White goods’ include
- Astainless steel and aluminium utensils
- Bmilk and milk products
- Citems purchased for conspicuous consumptionCorrect
- Dsoaps, detergents and other mass consumption goods
Explanation
The term white goods historically referred to large household appliances that were typically finished in white enamel, such as refrigerators, washing machines, and air conditioners. In the context of Indian economic policy and industrial licensing, white goods are classified as consumer durables purchased for conspicuous consumption or to improve living standards.
Option C is the correct answer because white goods represent non essential, high value items used for personal comfort and status rather than basic necessities. Options A, B, and D represent essential commodities, food products, or low cost mass consumption goods, which do not fall under the technical definition of white goods used by the government during the delicensing process.
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