Consider the following statements about Hunar Haat: 1. Hunar Haats are organised by Ministry of Tribal Affairs. 2. It aims to provide exposure and employment opportunities to various artisans, craftsmen and traditional culinary experts to display their handmade and indigenous products. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

Q. Consider the following statements about Hunar Haat:
1. Hunar Haats are organised by Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
2. It aims to provide exposure and employment opportunities to various artisans, craftsmen and traditional culinary experts to display their handmade and indigenous products.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: What is Hunar Haat?

Organized by: Ministry of Minority Affairs under USTTAD (Upgrading the Skills & Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) scheme.

Purpose: It is an exhibition of handicrafts and traditional products made by artisans from minority communities.

Aim: To provide exposure and employment opportunities to various artisans, craftsmen and traditional culinary experts to display their handmade and indigenous products.

Significance: Hunar Haat has proved to be immensely beneficial and encouraging for artisans and craftsmen as lakhs of people visit the “Hunar Haat” and purchase indigenous handmade products of artisans on a large scale.

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