Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Rural tourism allows visitors to experience and appreciate the rich, diverse cultural heritage that rural areas offer.
2.Rural tourism can generate income and employment for local communities.
3.Linking textile with tourism initiative aims to promote traditional industries and handicrafts in each district of India, thereby creating employment opportunities and preserving traditional crafts.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] )2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 2 are correct. Rural tourism allows visitors to experience and appreciate the rich, diverse cultural heritage that rural areas offer. Rural tourism can generate income and employment for local communities.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Under Linking textile with tourism initiative, eight craft villages have been identified nationwide to encourage tourism and crafts in a single location, further contributing to the local economy.

Source: ForumIAS