Which of the following statements about 'Vibrant Village Programme' of

Which of the following statements about ‘Vibrant Village Programme’ of the Government of India is/are correct ?

1. It aims at comprehensive develop- ment of the identified villages
2. Fairs, festivals, sports meet etc. are organized under this programme

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1 only

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Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct. The Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) aims for the comprehensive development of identified villages in blocks bordering the Northern border. Promoting tourism, cultural activities, fairs, festivals, and sports is part of the strategy to improve the quality of life and connect border populations.

The Vibrant Village Programme is a centrally sponsored scheme designed for the holistic development of selected border villages, focusing on improving infrastructure, opportunities, and social cohesion.

The VVP was announced in the Union Budget 2022-23. It aims to reverse migration from border areas by providing infrastructure and economic opportunities, thereby also enhancing border security. It covers villages in the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and the Union Territory of Ladakh.

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