1st to 10th January 2024 - ASHTALAXMI HAAT & EXPERIENCE CENTRE IN GUWAHATI, ASSAM

Question 1

What is the NEHHDC?

Answer 1

The North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation. A government organization supporting the crafts of Northeast India.

Question 2

Describe the goals of the NEHHDC.

Answer 2

Develop and promote indigenous crafts of Northeast India.
Connect artisans with markets and buyers.
Create economic, social, and cultural opportunities for artisans.
Enhance cultural value for consumers.

Question 3

What is the Ashtalaxmi Haat & Experience Centre?

Answer 3

A market and experience center in Guwahati, Assam, established by the NEHHDC to showcase and promote handicrafts of Northeast India.

Question 4

What features does the Ashtalaxmi Haat include?

Answer 4

24 permanent stalls for artisans.
Artisan residency for out-of-station artisans.

Question 5

What was the project cost of the Ashtalaxmi Haat?

Answer 5

Rs. 7.6 crore

Question 6

What is the ERI silk spinning plant project?

Answer 6

An initiative by the NEHHDC to establish a silk production plant in Mushalpur, Baksa (Assam).

Question 7

What is the goal of the ERI silk spinning plant?

Answer 7

Provide direct employment to 375 individuals.
Indirect livelihood support for over 25,000 households.
Produce 450 Kgs of ERI Silk Yarn per day.

Question 8

What was the project cost of the ERI silk spinning plant?

Answer 8

₹14.92 crore