Question Q.7Account forGS1GS1

Account for the factors influencing the location of semiconductor industries across the world. (10 marks, 150 words)

Introduction

The current Geopolitical upheaval in the world due to Reciprocal tariffs has greatly impacted the semiconductor industry and is affecting its distribution & supply chains.

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Main Body

Factors Affecting Semiconductor Industries Location

① Historical causation → colonial Capitalist centers

② Raw material availability → China → Rare earth metals, Silicon/Ice abundance

③ Processing capability and Technological prowess. eg. Japan (Taiwan) >85% control SC, South Korea.

④ Water & Electricity availability → As production is intensive.

⑤ Cheap Labour Availability → Intensive Industry → China, S.Korea.

— Rishul Neema · AIR 267

59 words1 paragraphs

Conclusion

India needs to take a big step in semiconductors, which can be in form of National Semi. missions which is critical for Atmanirbhar Bharat.

24 words

Diagram

World map showing semiconductor industry hotspots: Silicon Valley, Detroit, Netherlands, Japan, Taiwan, China, South Korea labeled with markers, captioned 'Current Hotspots of Semiconductor Industries'.

Current affairs linkage
World map diagram with hotspots

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AIR 267

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Geography

Economic Geography

Industrial Location Factors

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108

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