Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The World Crafts Council (WCC) aims to empower artisans and safeguard the heritage of traditional crafts.
2.Cities recognized by the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) for crafts and folk arts are also recognized as World Craft Cities.
3.One of the criteria for a city to be recognized as a World Craft City is that it must host an annual international craft fair.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Explanation –
Statement 1 is correct. The WCC is a non-profit, non-governmental organization affiliated with UNESCO, established to promote the preservation, protection, and development of traditional crafts and foster economic development through crafts.
Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect. While some cities may be recognized by both the UCCN and WCC, these recognitions are independent of each other. For example, Srinagar was recognized by the UCCN in 2021 and later by the WCC in 2024, but not all UCCN cities are automatically recognized as World Craft Cities. The criteria for being recognized as a World Craft City include having a rich tradition of crafts, a significant population of skilled artisans, active promotion and development of craft traditions, commitment to preserving cultural heritage, evidence of innovation and creativity in craft practices, and strong community involvement and support for the craft sector.
Source: The Hindu
