Which of the following statements with regard to the Padma Doree initiative is/are correct? 1. It is a cross-regional textile project that blends the Eri silk of Northeast India with the Chanderi weaving traditions of Madhya Pradesh. 2. The initiative is launched and implemented by Ministry of Culture. Select the correct answer using the code given below: |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Padma Doree is a unique textile project that combines two distinct Indian heritage crafts: the warm, sustainably harvested Eri (Ahimsa) silk from the Northeast and the delicate, sheer woven textures of Chanderi from Madhya Pradesh.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It was developed and implemented by the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) to support local artisans by introducing traditional regional textiles to the luxury contemporary market.