CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Q. Which State/UT has launched the Karkhandar Scheme? Notes: The Jammu & Kashmir Government issued orders for giving a fresh impetus to the training in handicraft sector in the UT by unveiling the ‘KARKHANDAR’ scheme which is a unique concept as far the upliftment of artisans and weavers through training is concerned.

Detailed explanation-2: -Improve the wage earnings of the craftsmen by leading them into collectivization • Create linkages with producer organizations to inculcate entrepreneurship skill and aptitude to the trainees.

Detailed explanation-3: -Under the scheme, the meritorious trainees will be given a monthly amount of Rs 2000 as an honorarium and the trainer will get Rs 2000 every month for each trainee and Rs 25000 support for logistics, raw materials etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Handloom sector in J&K State is centuries old and is known for weaving of fabrics like Pashmina, Raffal, Silk Sarees and Cotton items. The industry occupies a significant place in the socio-economic structure of J&K. It plays a crucial role in employment generation for weaker sections of the society.

Detailed explanation-5: -Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K) oldest traditional cottage industry is the handloom industry. It is known for the weaving of fabrics, such as Rafal, Pashmina, cotton, and silk sarees. Since it has a vast potential for income and employment generation, the handloom industry has exceptional socio-economic implications.