Ministry of Tribal Affairs Current Affairs, GK & News

Experiential Learning for 21st Century Program

August 5, 2022

Experiential Learning for 21st Century Programme was recently launched for Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) Principals and Teachers, in virtual mode. It was launched by CBSE, Ministry of Tribal Affairs and ESTS in association with TATA trusts, TISS and MGIS. This program was launched by Asit Gopal, who happens to be Commissioner of National Education Society ..

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National Education Society for Tribal Students

March 30, 2022

National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is an autonomous organization that was established under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA). On 2nd April 2022, this organization will be celebrating its fourth Foundation Day. Overview: The fourth foundation day will be celebrated at the Tribal Culture Centre in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Arjun Munda, Minister of Tribal ..

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Govt to start Adarsh Gram Yojana in 36000 villages in India

September 14, 2021

According to the Union Tribal Affairs minister, Arjun Munda, Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana will be started in 36000 villages of India. Key points Under the scheme, villages having 50 percent tribal population would be given priority. This scheme would be started by Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Around 1700 tribal villages in Assam will be ..

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“COVID Teeka Sang Surakshit Van, Dhan aur Uddyam” Campaign Launched

July 17, 2021

Tribal Affairs Minister, Arjun Munda, launched “COVID Teeka Sank Surakshit Van, Dhan aur Uddyam” campaign. About the campaign This campaign will help in beating “infodemic” against coronavirus vaccine and myths, rumours, disinformation & misinformation that are adding to infodemic. It focusses on reassurance, pride & self-efficacy and promotes ‘Livelihoods with Health’ in tribal areas. It ..

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India-Microsoft MoU on Digital Transformation of Tribal Schools

May 18, 2021

On May 17, 2021, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Microsoft signed a Memorandum of Understanding on joint initiative for Digital Transformation of Tribal Schools. This includes introduction of Ashram Schools and Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in tribal areas. What is the plan? Microsoft will make an Artificial Intelligence curriculum available for the tribal ..

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Aadi Mahotsav inaugurated by Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu

February 2, 2021

The Vice President of India, M. Venkaiah Naidu, have inaugurated the Aadi Mahotsav at Dilli Haat in New Delhi. Highlights The festival is being organised at Dilli Haat, INA. It comprises of the display and sale of tribal art & craft, medicine, cuisine and folk performances. The festival will be participated by some thousand tribal ..

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