CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Van Dhan Scheme is an initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TRIFED. It was launched on 14th April, 2018 and seeks to improve tribal incomes through value addition of tribal products.

Detailed explanation-2: -TRIFED Vandhan Chronicle launched by Shri Arjun Munda, Minister for Tribal Affairs on December 23, 2021.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Van Dhan scheme aims at the economic development of tribals involved in the collection of Minor Food Produces (MFPs) by helping them in optimum utilization of natural resources and providing them with a sustainable livelihood.

Detailed explanation-4: -Among the states, Manipur, in particular, which has emerged as the Champion state where the Van Dhan programme has emerged as a major source of employment for the local tribals.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) was established in 1987, under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 1984. This body works for the social and economic development of the tribal people of the country. It is administered by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.