Contemporary Handicrafts — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about the PM Vishwakarma Yojana: 1. It covers 18 traditional trades including carpentry and pottery 2. It provides credit support up to ₹5 lakh per beneficiary 3. It includes digital transaction incentives for artisans 4. It was launched in 2022 with a budget of ₹10,000 crores Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following contemporary handicraft forms correctly matches with its state of origin? 1. Blue Pottery with modern glazing - Rajasthan 2. Rogan art on fashion accessories - Gujarat 3. Dokra metal craft for utility items - West Bengal 4. Pattachitra in modern formats - Tamil Nadu

The Geographical Indications Act 2003 in relation to contemporary handicrafts: 1. Prevents any modern adaptation of traditional craft forms 2. Allows contemporary adaptations within defined parameters 3. Protects artisan communities' collective rights over traditional techniques 4. Applies only to handicrafts exported to foreign markets

Consider the following about SFURTI scheme: 1. It focuses on cluster-based development of traditional industries 2. It has a budget allocation of ₹717 crores for 2021-26 3. It has supported over 100 handicraft clusters 4. It provides direct financial assistance to individual artisans

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'adaptive authenticity' in contemporary handicrafts?