{"id":39312,"date":"2025-03-18T18:28:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T12:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/?p=39312"},"modified":"2025-03-18T20:13:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T14:43:22","slug":"creative-economy-dollar-1bn-funds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/18-03-2025\/creative-economy-dollar-1bn-funds","title":{"rendered":"$1bn Funds on the Creative Economy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Syllabus: GS3\/ Economy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Context<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • The Govt. has decided to set up a fund of $1 billion for the country\u2019s creative economy.<\/strong>\n
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    • And, the first Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT)<\/strong> is being established in Mumbai with funds of about 400 crore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      What is the Creative Economy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Also known as the orange economy<\/strong>, the creative economy refers to a knowledge-driven economic system where creativity and intellectual capital fuel economic activities. It includes:\n
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        • Creation, production, and distribution of goods and services based on creativity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Monetization of intellectual property in industries such as film, music, fashion, gaming, software development, and advertising.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Key Characteristics:<\/strong>\n
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          • Knowledge-Based Economic Activity:<\/strong> Creativity is developed through education, training, or inherited traditional skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Originality & Intellectual Property: <\/strong>Monetization of ideas through copyrights, patents, and trademarks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Adaptability to Technology:<\/strong> Continuous evolution with AI, automation, and digital platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Cultural and Economic Value Chain:<\/strong> Ideas are transformed into commercial products and services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Significance of Creative Economy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            • Economic Contributions:<\/strong>\n
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              • Global Revenue & Job Creation: <\/strong>Goldman Sachs predicts the global market will surge from $250 billion in 2023 to a staggering $480 billion by 2027 & and employ nearly 50 million people worldwide<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Export Potential:<\/strong> Indian creative sectors, including Bollywood, IT services, fashion, and handicrafts, have huge export markets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Spillover Effects: <\/strong>Boosts hospitality, tourism, and retail sectors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Social & Cultural Impact:<\/strong>\n
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                • Youth & Women Empowerment: <\/strong>23% of creative economy jobs are held by youth aged 15-29, and women hold 45% of creative occupations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Cultural Diplomacy & Soft Power: <\/strong>Indian cinema, cuisine, yoga, and literature enhance global influence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Sustainability & Green Economy:<\/strong> Creativity relies on intellectual resources rather than natural exploitation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Role in Innovation & Technology:<\/strong>\n
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                  • Promotes Startups & Digital Entrepreneurship:<\/strong> Growth of YouTubers, content creators, and AI-driven art.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Supports Technological Advancements:<\/strong> AI and virtual reality (VR) redefine art, gaming, and immersive experiences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Challenges <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Digital & Infrastructure Gaps<\/strong>:\n
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                      • Limited Rural Digital Access:<\/strong> Only 41% of rural India has internet connectivity, restricting digital content creation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Cybersecurity Risks:<\/strong> Threats to digital assets, NFTs, and online platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Economic & Policy Barriers:<\/strong>\n
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                        • Weak Intellectual Property Rights (IPR): <\/strong>Patent processing in India takes 58 months, compared to 20 months in China.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Market Fragmentation:<\/strong> Lack of organized industry structure and distribution platforms for creative products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Limited Access to Finance:<\/strong> Few MSMEs and startups in the creative sector receive formal credit or investment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Societal & Career Constraints:<\/strong>\n
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                          • Traditional Career Preferences:<\/strong> Creative fields are perceived as unstable compared to medicine or engineering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Lack of Awareness & Recognition:<\/strong>  Limited global branding of India\u2019s cultural and creative industries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
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                            \"Creative<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

                            Way Forward: Strengthening India’s Creative Economy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                            • Expanding Indian Culture Globally: <\/strong>Promote Indian Films, Arts & Fashion in International Markets through trade fairs and cultural festivals.\n
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                              • Boost Exports of Handicrafts, Digital Art, and Animation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Financial & Policy Support: <\/strong>Launch Credit Guarantee & Crowdfunding Portals for creative MSMEs.\n
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                                • Provide Startup Incentives for Digital Content Creators & Game Developers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Strengthening Intellectual Property Protection: <\/strong>Faster Patent & Copyright Processing to protect creative works.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Establishing Creative Hubs & Districts: <\/strong>Develop Creative Districts in Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities to support local artists and startups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Skill Development & Digital Education:<\/strong> Integrate Digital Design, AI, and Digital Marketing Courses into higher education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • AI & Emerging Technology Governance: <\/strong> Develop AI-based copyright policies for digital art, music, and content. Use Blockchain for Securing Digital Creations & NFTs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                  Source: IE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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