India’s total merchandise and services exports increased to 491.8 billion USD

Current Context: The India’s Foreign Trade (Merchandise & Services) Report – Apr–Oct 2025 was released on 18 Nov 2025.

• Issued by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.
• India’s total exports stood at 491.8 billion USD, showing 4.6% year-on-year growth.
• Merchandise exports contributed 244.9 billion USD, while services exports reached 246.9 billion USD.
• Imports were 539.9 billion USD, leading to a trade deficit of 48.1 billion USD.
• Growth was driven by engineering goods, petroleum, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, IT & business services.
• Significance: Reflects India’s resilient trade performance and rising role in global supply chains.

Question:

Q.1 India’s total exports during Apr–Oct 2025 stood at:
a) 450.2 billion USD
b) 491.8 billion USD
c) 510.4 billion USD
d) 398.7 billion USD

Answer: b) Total exports include both merchandise and services; together they reached 491.8 billion USD.