{"id":2228,"date":"2025-04-04T20:52:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T15:22:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2228"},"modified":"2025-10-28T13:09:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:39:43","slug":"trifed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/","title":{"rendered":"TRIFED Scheme: Objectives Functions Benefits &#038; Role In Tribal Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/#What_is_TRIFED\" >What is TRIFED?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/#TRIFED_Objectives\" >TRIFED Objectives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/#TRIFED_Functions\" >TRIFED Functions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/#TRIFED_Pradhan_Mantri_VAN_DHAN_Yojana\" >TRIFED: Pradhan Mantri VAN DHAN Yojana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/#TRIFED_Benefits_For_Tribal_Communities\" >TRIFED Benefits For Tribal Communities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/trifed\/#TRIFED_FAQs\" >TRIFED FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India has the world\u2019s second-largest tribal population, known as Adivasis, with around 100 million people. Tribes have been integral to Indian society since ancient times, maintaining unique traditions and cultures. Despite regional differences, many tribes share common traits like geographical isolation and social homogeneity. Major tribal settlements are in the northeastern states bordering China and Burma, and in the highlands and plains of central and southern India. While northeastern tribes are more isolated, southern and central tribes often interact with non-tribal communities. The Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes Commission, established in 1960, recognized Adivasis as India\u2019s oldest ethnic groups. To improve their socio-economic conditions, the government has implemented various initiatives, including forming the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED). These efforts aim to support tribal livelihoods and promote economic development while preserving their cultural heritage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-mains-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>UPSC Exam Syllabus<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_TRIFED\"><\/span><b>What is TRIFED?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full form of TRIFED is <\/span><b>Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Established in 1987, TRIFED is a national-level apex organization operating under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. <\/span><b>TRIFED headquarters<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are in New Delhi, supported by a network of 15 regional offices across the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What is Minor Forest Produce (MFPs)?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minor Forest Produce (MFP) refers to non-timber forest products obtained from forest areas. These products are usually plant-based and do not include major timber. MFPs play a crucial role in the livelihood of tribal and forest-dwelling communities, providing both subsistence and income.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Economically Important MFPs<\/b><\/h4>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Seasons<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>MFPs collected<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Economy<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>January- March<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lac (resin), mahuwa, flower and tamarind<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over 75 per cent of tribal households in Orissa, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh collect mahuwa flower and earn Rs.5000 a year. 3 million people are involved in lac production<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>April-June<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tendu leaves, sal seeds and chironji<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30 million forest dwellers depend on seeds, leaves and resins from sal trees; tendu leaf\u00a0 collection provides about 90 days of employment to 7.5 million people, a further 3 million people are employed in bidi processing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>July-September<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chironji, mango, mahuwa fruits, silk cocoons and bamboo<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 million people depend on bamboo for livelihood;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1,26,000 households are involved in tussar silk cultivation only<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>October-November<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lac, kullu gum, resins used in incense sticks<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 lakh person days of employment from collection of gums.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-mains-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b> Sociology optional syllabus<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRIFED_Objectives\"><\/span><b>TRIFED Objectives<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED has several key objectives:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED\u2019s primary goal is the socio-economic development of tribal communities by promoting tribal product marketing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focuses on sustainable livelihood systems by ensuring fair prices and value addition to Non-Timber Forest Produce (Minor Forest Produce).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides a Minimum Support Price (MSP) to protect tribal incomes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empowers tribal people through capacity building, training, and forming Self Help Groups (SHGs).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facilitates partnerships with Central\/State Government agencies and development partners for coordinated efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acts as a facilitator and service provider to enhance tribal product marketing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supports brand creation and explores marketing opportunities in both national and international markets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aims to equip tribal communities with knowledge and tools to operate systematically and scientifically.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-mains-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Cooperative Federalism in India<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRIFED_Functions\"><\/span><b>TRIFED Functions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED undertakes activities with respect to its two main divisions viz. <\/span><b>Minor Forest Produce (MFP) development and Retail Marketing and Development.<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><b>Minor Forest Produce (MFP) development<\/b><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-wood forest products, known as Minor Forest Produce (MFP), are a vital livelihood source for tribal communities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">b)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MFP includes plant-based items like bamboo, canes, fodder, leaves, gums, waxes, dyes, resins, and various foods such as nuts, wild fruits, honey, lac, and tussar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">c)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These products provide both subsistence and cash income, forming a significant part of daily needs like food, medicine, and other essentials.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">d)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around 100 million people rely on MFP collection and marketing for their livelihood, according to the 2011 National Committee on Forest Rights Act report.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MFP contributes about 20-40% of annual income for those dependent on it, offering crucial support for food, shelter, medicine, and cash flow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">f)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women play a key role in collecting and selling MFP, linking its economic significance to women\u2019s empowerment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>2)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><b>Retail Marketing and Development<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED works to enhance tribal livelihoods by creating sustainable markets and business opportunities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">b)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focuses on exploring long-term marketing possibilities for tribal products, building brands, and offering essential services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">c)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operates through a network of 14 regional offices that identify and source tribal products.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">d)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Markets these products through 73 TRIBES INDIA retail outlets nationwide.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sources various handicrafts, handloom items, and natural and food products for retail and exhibitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">f)<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manages 35 self-owned showrooms and 8 consignment showrooms in collaboration with state-level organizations promoting tribal handicrafts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" 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class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>3)<\/b> <b>Empanelment of Tribal Producer\/Tribal Artisans<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED sources products from empanelled tribal suppliers, including artisans, VDSHGs, and NGOs, following established guidelines. Suppliers are identified through partnerships with government bodies, NGOs, district officials, field visits, and Tribal Artisan Melas (TAMs). This system ensures a reliable network of tribal producers for sustainable marketing and business opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4)<\/b> <b>Nodal Agency for implementing the MSP for Minor Forest Produce (MSP) and VanDhan Vikas Karyakram<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tribal community&#8217;s growth largely depends on the development of Minor Forest Produce (MFP), which contributes 40-60% of their annual income, especially for women. However, issues like perishability, lack of storage, and exploitation by middlemen hinder fair pricing. To address this, the government launched the MSP for MFP Scheme and Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana in 2014, with TRIFED as the nodal agency. Despite efforts, the scheme remains a safety net rather than a driver of growth. To improve impact, the Van Dhan Yojana now focuses on value chain development, training, infrastructure, and quality certifications for greater product acceptance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-mains-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Geography optional Syllabus<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRIFED_Pradhan_Mantri_VAN_DHAN_Yojana\"><\/span><b>TRIFED: Pradhan Mantri VAN DHAN Yojana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY) or Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY) is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, with the aim of improving the livelihood of tribal communities in India. The scheme focuses on developing value chains for forest-based products and enhancing the income of tribal communities by providing them with skill training and capacity building.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scheme has a three-tiered implementation process that involves the formation of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras at the village level, Van Dhan Vikas Sanrakshan Samitis at the cluster level, and Van Dhan Vikas Samuh at the district level. The scheme has a target of establishing 50,000 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras across the country, which will benefit around 10 lakh tribal entrepreneurs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launched on 14th April 2018, is part of the &#8220;Mechanism for Marketing of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) through Minimum Support Price (MSP) &amp; Development of Value Chain for MFP.&#8221; Implemented nationally by TRIFED, this initiative serves as a strategic plan for the socio-economic development of tribal communities. Key steps are outlined below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An initiative targeting livelihood generation for tribal gatherers and transforming them into entrepreneurs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The idea is to set-up tribal community-owned Van Dhan Vikas Kendra Clusters (VDVKCs) in predominantly forested tribal districts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A VDVK Cluster shall constitute of 15 tribal SHGs \/ Van dhan Kendras, each comprising of up to 20 tribal NTFP gatherers or artisans i.e. about 300 beneficiaries per Cluster.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100% Central Government Funded with TRIFED providing Rs. 15 lakhs for each 300 member Van Dhan Kendra Cluster.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-mains-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>UPSC Exam Syllabus<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRIFED_Benefits_For_Tribal_Communities\"><\/span><b>TRIFED Benefits For Tribal Communities<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED\u2019s work has a direct impact:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Higher income<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Better prices for tribal goods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Employment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 More jobs in processing and selling MFP.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Preservation of culture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Traditional crafts and skills thrive.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRIFED plays a crucial role in tribal development. Through schemes like <\/span><b>Pradhan Mantri VAN DHAN Yojana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and support for <\/span><b>Minor Forest Produce<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it helps tribes earn sustainable incomes. With its headquarters in Delhi and a clear mission since 1987, TRIFED continues to empower India\u2019s tribal communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you preparing for UPPCS Mains 2024?<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/qep-uppsc-mains-batch24-premium?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=courses_listing&amp;utm_campaign=courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join IAShub&#8217;s UPPCS coaching batches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to boost your preparation. 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Enroll now!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRIFED_FAQs\"><\/span><b>TRIFED FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-2229 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-2229{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-2229 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-2229{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-2229.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-2229.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-2229.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-2229.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-2229.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1743775294\"><div id=\"sp-ea-2229\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-2229\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-22290\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse22290\" aria-controls=\"collapse22290\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What is TRIFED and when was it launched?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse22290\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2229\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-22290\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TRIFED, or the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India, was established in 1987. It operates under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to support the socio-economic development of tribal communities.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-22291\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse22291\" aria-controls=\"collapse22291\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the full form of TRIFED and where is its headquarters located?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse22291\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2229\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-22291\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The full form of TRIFED is Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India. Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-22292\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse22292\" aria-controls=\"collapse22292\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the purpose of TRIFED?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse22292\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2229\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-22292\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TRIFED aims to empower tribal communities by promoting the marketing of their products, ensuring fair prices for Minor Forest Produce (MFP), and enhancing livelihood opportunities through various schemes and capacity-building initiatives.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-22293\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse22293\" aria-controls=\"collapse22293\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and why is it significant?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse22293\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2229\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-22293\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Minor Forest Produce refers to non-timber forest products like bamboo, honey, resins, and medicinal plants. It is a major source of income for tribal communities, contributing significantly to their livelihood.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-22294\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse22294\" aria-controls=\"collapse22294\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY) and how does TRIFED implement it?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse22294\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2229\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-22294\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY) is a scheme launched in 2018 to enhance tribal incomes by promoting the value addition of Minor Forest Produce. 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