Please answer the following questions:

$1.$ In the case, is India upstream or downstream in the global value system?

$2.$ In the case, what specific value does the country offer to IKEA and other retailers?

Now using Porter's Diamond of National Competitive Advantage model, respond to the following questions.

$1.$ Is home$-$market demand for rugs the same as the demand for rugs addressed by IKEA? Why?

$2.$ Is rivarly strong or weak in the industry in India? Why?

$3.$ The government policies have an an impact on the rug industry? How?

Reply to each item question using a clear, concise, business writing style. Oftentimes, an item can be clearly and completely addressed in two to three full sentences. Others may need slightly more explanation. Clear, succinct, answers typically earn more points than less focused ones in class and business, so please give some careful thought to your answers before posting.

A format that lists question $1$ and then answer $1$; question $2$ and then answer $2$; etc., typically makes the posts the most clear and easy to read. Be sure to include substantial responses to at least $2$ peers.

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