The article discusses how India's exports are affected by trade barriers and world income during a time of increased protectionism. The researchers found that both tariff and non-tariff barriers, along with global economic conditions, have a significant impact on India's exports. They also discovered that India currently exports a large portion of its goods to developed countries, which are becoming more restrictive. As a solution, the researchers suggest that India could shift its focus towards less restrictive countries like Japan for better export prospects.