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Government Initiatives to Promote Handloom Textiles

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the various government initiatives taken to promote handloom textiles in India. These initiatives play a crucial role in preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of handloom weaving, supporting artisans, and boosting the handloom industry.
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Which government scheme provides financial assistance to weavers and artisans to purchase raw materials and equipment?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme offers financial assistance to weavers and artisans to help them procure raw materials, equipment, and other necessary resources for their weaving activities.

What is the primary objective of the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP)?

  1. To promote the use of handloom products in government institutions

  2. To provide skill development and training to handloom weavers

  3. To facilitate the export of handloom products to international markets

  4. To establish handloom clusters and provide infrastructure support


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NHDP aims to establish handloom clusters and provide infrastructure support, such as worksheds, common facility centers, and design and development centers, to enhance the productivity and quality of handloom products.

Which government body is responsible for promoting the export of handloom products?

  1. Handloom Export Promotion Council

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Handloom Export Promotion Council is a government body dedicated to promoting the export of handloom products. It provides assistance to exporters, organizes trade fairs and exhibitions, and undertakes market research to identify potential export markets.

What is the role of the Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council (HMPC)?

  1. To provide financial assistance to handloom weavers

  2. To promote the use of handloom products in government institutions

  3. To facilitate the export of handloom products

  4. To conduct skill development and training programs for weavers


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The HMPC is responsible for promoting the use of handloom products in government institutions and organizations. It encourages the use of handloom fabrics in uniforms, furnishings, and other official purposes.

Which government initiative aims to provide skill development and training to handloom weavers?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Handloom Development Programme includes a focus on skill development and training for handloom weavers. It provides training in various aspects of handloom weaving, such as design, dyeing, and weaving techniques, to enhance the skills and productivity of weavers.

What is the significance of the Handloom Mark scheme?

  1. It ensures the quality and authenticity of handloom products

  2. It provides financial assistance to handloom weavers

  3. It promotes the export of handloom products

  4. It facilitates the establishment of handloom clusters


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Handloom Mark scheme is a certification scheme that ensures the quality and authenticity of handloom products. It helps consumers identify genuine handloom products and protects the interests of handloom weavers by preventing the sale of counterfeit products.

Which government initiative provides interest-free loans to handloom weavers?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme offers interest-free loans to handloom weavers to help them meet their working capital requirements and purchase necessary equipment.

What is the role of the Weavers' Service Centre (WSC) in promoting handloom textiles?

  1. To provide skill development and training to weavers

  2. To facilitate the marketing of handloom products

  3. To provide financial assistance to handloom weavers

  4. To conduct research and development on handloom weaving techniques


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Weavers' Service Centre plays a crucial role in facilitating the marketing of handloom products. It organizes exhibitions and trade fairs, provides marketing support to weavers, and helps them connect with potential buyers and markets.

Which government initiative aims to promote the use of handloom products in the fashion industry?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council undertakes various initiatives to promote the use of handloom products in the fashion industry. It organizes fashion shows, collaborates with designers, and promotes handloom fabrics as a sustainable and stylish choice for fashion designers.

What is the significance of the Handloom Census conducted by the government?

  1. It provides data on the number of handloom weavers in India

  2. It helps identify the challenges faced by handloom weavers

  3. It facilitates the formulation of targeted policies and programs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Handloom Census conducted by the government serves multiple purposes. It provides data on the number of handloom weavers in India, helps identify the challenges faced by them, and facilitates the formulation of targeted policies and programs to support the handloom sector.

Which government initiative provides insurance coverage to handloom weavers?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme includes a provision for insurance coverage to handloom weavers. It provides life insurance, health insurance, and accident insurance to protect weavers against various risks and uncertainties.

What is the objective of the Bunkar Mitra Yojana?

  1. To provide skill development and training to handloom weavers

  2. To facilitate the marketing of handloom products

  3. To provide financial assistance to handloom weavers

  4. To promote the use of handloom products in government institutions


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bunkar Mitra Yojana is a government initiative that provides financial assistance to handloom weavers. It offers loans at concessional interest rates to help weavers purchase equipment, raw materials, and meet their working capital requirements.

Which government initiative aims to promote the use of handloom products in rural areas?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Handloom Development Programme includes a focus on promoting the use of handloom products in rural areas. It encourages the establishment of handloom cooperatives and provides support for marketing and promotion activities in rural markets.

What is the significance of the Handloom Week celebrated annually?

  1. It raises awareness about the importance of handloom textiles

  2. It provides a platform for handloom weavers to showcase their products

  3. It promotes the sale of handloom products

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Handloom Week celebrated annually serves multiple purposes. It raises awareness about the importance of handloom textiles, provides a platform for handloom weavers to showcase their products, and promotes the sale of handloom products.

Which government initiative provides assistance to handloom weavers for the construction of worksheds?

  1. Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme

  2. National Handloom Development Programme

  3. Handloom Export Promotion Scheme

  4. Handloom Marketing and Promotion Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Handloom Weavers' Comprehensive Welfare Scheme offers assistance to handloom weavers for the construction of worksheds. It provides financial assistance and technical support to help weavers set up proper workspaces for their weaving activities.

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