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Tribal Affairs Ministry Launches 'RISA: Timeless Tribal' Premium Global Brand
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has introduced 'RISA', a national branding initiative aimed at taking Indian tribal products to global markets.
The brand focuses on high-quality weaves and embroidery, including Muga Silk from Assam and Kotpad Cotton from Odisha.
Eco-friendly packaging for the brand has been developed by the National Institute of Design (NID), Haryana.
The initiative aims to modernize tribal craftsmanship to meet global demand while increasing the income of indigenous artisans.
Significant for exams as it represents a shift from local subsidy-based support to global market competition for tribal goods.
The brand focuses on high-quality weaves and embroidery, including Muga Silk from Assam and Kotpad Cotton from Odisha.
Eco-friendly packaging for the brand has been developed by the National Institute of Design (NID), Haryana.
The initiative aims to modernize tribal craftsmanship to meet global demand while increasing the income of indigenous artisans.
Significant for exams as it represents a shift from local subsidy-based support to global market competition for tribal goods.
Key Facts / Static GK
Union Minister of Tribal Affairs: Jual Oram
NID Haryana Location: Kurukshetra
Muga Silk GI Tag State: Assam
NID Haryana Location: Kurukshetra
Muga Silk GI Tag State: Assam
Practice Quiz — 21 March 2026
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Q5. The 'Krishi Sakhi' initiative by AIC is globally aligned with which international observance?
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