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Tribal Development Programs and Policies

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Which of the following is the primary objective of tribal development programs in India?

  1. To promote economic development in tribal areas.

  2. To preserve tribal culture and traditions.

  3. To improve the health and education of tribal communities.

  4. To provide employment opportunities for tribal people.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of tribal development programs in India is to promote economic development in tribal areas and bring them at par with the rest of the country.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal development programs in India?

  1. Lack of infrastructure in tribal areas.

  2. Resistance from tribal communities to change.

  3. Inadequate funding for tribal development programs.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal development programs in India face a number of challenges, including lack of infrastructure in tribal areas, resistance from tribal communities to change, and inadequate funding for tribal development programs.

Which of the following is a key component of the Integrated Tribal Development Program (ITDP) in India?

  1. Provision of basic infrastructure in tribal areas.

  2. Promotion of income-generating activities for tribal communities.

  3. Improvement of health and education services in tribal areas.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Integrated Tribal Development Program (ITDP) in India is a comprehensive program that aims to promote the overall development of tribal communities. It includes components such as provision of basic infrastructure in tribal areas, promotion of income-generating activities for tribal communities, and improvement of health and education services in tribal areas.

Which of the following is a major policy initiative of the Government of India to promote tribal development?

  1. The Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP).

  2. The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996.

  3. The Forest Rights Act, 2006.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Government of India has implemented a number of policy initiatives to promote tribal development, including the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP), the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, and the Forest Rights Act, 2006.

What is the main objective of the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) in India?

  1. To ensure that a certain percentage of the total budget is allocated for tribal development.

  2. To promote the participation of tribal communities in the planning and implementation of development programs.

  3. To provide special assistance to tribal communities in areas such as education, health, and agriculture.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) in India aims to ensure that a certain percentage of the total budget is allocated for tribal development, promote the participation of tribal communities in the planning and implementation of development programs, and provide special assistance to tribal communities in areas such as education, health, and agriculture.

Which of the following is a key provision of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996?

  1. It extends the provisions of the Panchayati Raj Act to tribal areas.

  2. It provides for the establishment of Gram Sabhas (village assemblies) in tribal areas.

  3. It gives tribal communities the right to participate in the decision-making process at the local level.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 extends the provisions of the Panchayati Raj Act to tribal areas, provides for the establishment of Gram Sabhas (village assemblies) in tribal areas, and gives tribal communities the right to participate in the decision-making process at the local level.

What is the significance of the Forest Rights Act, 2006 for tribal communities in India?

  1. It recognizes the traditional rights of tribal communities over forest land.

  2. It provides for the restitution of forest land to tribal communities that have been illegally alienated.

  3. It empowers Gram Sabhas to manage and protect forest resources in their areas.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Forest Rights Act, 2006 recognizes the traditional rights of tribal communities over forest land, provides for the restitution of forest land to tribal communities that have been illegally alienated, and empowers Gram Sabhas to manage and protect forest resources in their areas.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal communities in India in accessing education?

  1. Lack of schools in tribal areas.

  2. Poverty and lack of resources among tribal families.

  3. Cultural barriers and discrimination against tribal students.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal communities in India face a number of challenges in accessing education, including lack of schools in tribal areas, poverty and lack of resources among tribal families, and cultural barriers and discrimination against tribal students.

What is the main objective of the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) scheme in India?

  1. To provide free and quality education to tribal students from Class VI to XII.

  2. To promote the preservation and development of tribal culture and traditions.

  3. To provide vocational training to tribal students to help them find employment.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) scheme in India aims to provide free and quality education to tribal students from Class VI to XII, promote the preservation and development of tribal culture and traditions, and provide vocational training to tribal students to help them find employment.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal communities in India in accessing healthcare services?

  1. Lack of healthcare facilities in tribal areas.

  2. Poverty and lack of resources among tribal families.

  3. Cultural barriers and beliefs that prevent tribal people from seeking modern healthcare.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal communities in India face a number of challenges in accessing healthcare services, including lack of healthcare facilities in tribal areas, poverty and lack of resources among tribal families, and cultural barriers and beliefs that prevent tribal people from seeking modern healthcare.

What is the main objective of the National Health Mission (NHM) in India in relation to tribal health?

  1. To improve the health status of tribal communities by providing them with comprehensive healthcare services.

  2. To promote the use of traditional medicine and healing practices among tribal communities.

  3. To train healthcare workers to provide culturally sensitive healthcare services to tribal communities.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Mission (NHM) in India aims to improve the health status of tribal communities by providing them with comprehensive healthcare services, promote the use of traditional medicine and healing practices among tribal communities, and train healthcare workers to provide culturally sensitive healthcare services to tribal communities.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal communities in India in accessing employment opportunities?

  1. Lack of education and skills among tribal people.

  2. Discrimination against tribal people in the labor market.

  3. Lack of access to information about employment opportunities.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal communities in India face a number of challenges in accessing employment opportunities, including lack of education and skills among tribal people, discrimination against tribal people in the labor market, and lack of access to information about employment opportunities.

What is the main objective of the Tribal Employment Guarantee Scheme (TEGS) in India?

  1. To provide employment opportunities to tribal people in rural areas.

  2. To promote the development of skills among tribal people.

  3. To create sustainable livelihoods for tribal communities.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Employment Guarantee Scheme (TEGS) in India aims to provide employment opportunities to tribal people in rural areas, promote the development of skills among tribal people, and create sustainable livelihoods for tribal communities.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal communities in India in preserving their culture and traditions?

  1. Modernization and globalization.

  2. Discrimination against tribal culture and traditions.

  3. Lack of support from the government and other institutions.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal communities in India face a number of challenges in preserving their culture and traditions, including modernization and globalization, discrimination against tribal culture and traditions, and lack of support from the government and other institutions.

What is the main objective of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in India?

  1. To formulate and implement policies and programs for the development of tribal communities.

  2. To promote the welfare of tribal communities.

  3. To protect the rights of tribal communities.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs in India is responsible for formulating and implementing policies and programs for the development of tribal communities, promoting the welfare of tribal communities, and protecting the rights of tribal communities.

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