Can gold ETFs reduce Current Account Deficit?

India imported gold worth over US$ 46 billion in the last financial year. Most of the physical gold imported into the country is converted into jewelry. Gold jewelry is often bought at festivals or joyful occasions. While at the time of buying, no one thinks about selling or mortgaging it anytime in the future; however, with gold, there is always a comfort that, if needed, gold in any form can be converted into cash.