Reciprocal Tariff Explained: What Is Reciprocal Tariff & How Will It Impact India?

U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a major blow to India on Wednesday morning. While addressing a joint session of the U.S. Congress, he claimed that India imposes over 100% tariffs on American goods. His statement has sparked concerns about potential trade tensions between the two nations. The concept of a reciprocal tariff means that if a country imposes high tariffs on U.S. exports, the U.S. will respond with similar duties. If implemented, this could make Indian exports to the U.S. significantly more expensive, impacting key industries such as textiles, pharmaceuticals, and IT services. The question remains—how will India respond to this challenge?