In the 2023-24 Union Budget of the Government of India, which scheme or package program was introduced to benefit traditional artisans and craftspeople?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. PM VIKAS.
In the 2023-24 Union Budget, the Government of India introduced the PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman (PM VIKAS) scheme to benefit traditional artisans and craftspeople. This initiative aims to provide end-to-end support to individuals engaged in 18 traditional trades, such as carpentry, pottery, goldsmithing, and tailoring. The scheme offers various benefits, including skill upgradation, toolkit incentives, credit support, and marketing assistance, to enhance the livelihoods of artisans and preserve India's rich craftsmanship heritage.