Which of the following states emerged as a champion state under the Van Dhan Vikas Yojana in 2021?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is: (a) Manipur
Explanation:
· Manipur was declared a "Champion State" under the Van Dhan Vikas Yojana in 2021 for setting up Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) and promoting tribal entrepreneurship.
· Implemented by TRIFED under Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Information Booster:
· VDVY focuses on value addition of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) by tribal SHGs.
· Encourages self-reliance through skill and capacity building.
· Manipur set up 100+ VDVKs in a short time.
· Supports income generation in tribal-dominated areas.
· Aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
Additional Information:
· Meghalaya, Tripura, Assam: Also participating in the scheme, but Manipur led in implementation and impact.
· TRIFED = Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India.