Q. Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme (CHCDS) is a scheme of which Union Ministry?
Answer:
Ministry of Textiles
Notes: The Ministry of Textiles has approved continuation of Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme (CHCDS) with a total outlay of ₹160 crore. The scheme will now continue up to March 2026.
Under the scheme, infrastructural support, market access, design and technology up-gradation support are provided to handicraft artisans.