Which scheme aims to develop pilgrimage and heritage sites in Assam?

PRASAD Scheme
HRIDAY Scheme
Swadesh Darshan Scheme
Adopt a Heritage project

The correct answer is: b) HRIDAY Scheme.

The HRIDAY Scheme (Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana) is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India in 2015. The scheme aims to develop 100 heritage cities across the country with a focus on conservation, preservation, and promotion of their cultural and historical heritage.

The scheme provides financial assistance to the states for the development of these cities. The assistance is used for various activities such as restoration of heritage buildings, development of tourist infrastructure, promotion of cultural activities, and capacity building of the local communities.

The scheme has been implemented in Assam in the city of Guwahati. The city has been selected for the development of a heritage corridor, which will include the restoration of heritage buildings, development of tourist infrastructure, and promotion of cultural activities.

The other options are incorrect.

Option a) PRASAD Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India in 2012. The scheme aims to develop pilgrim tourism in the country.

Option c) Swadesh Darshan Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India in 2014. The scheme aims to develop thematic circuits of tourist destinations in the country.

Option d) Adopt a Heritage project is a project launched by the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) in 2007. The project aims to involve the public in the conservation of heritage sites.

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