Women of India Festival 2016

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Question: Women of India Festival 2016 to be held from October 14-23 in which of the following city?
(a) Jaipur
(b) Lucknow
(c) Agra
(d) New Delhi
Ans: (d)
Related facts:

  • From 14-23 October, 2016; “Women of India Festival- 2016” of organic products by women to be held at Dilli Haat at INA, New Delhi.
  • Minister of Women & Child Development, Smt Maneka Sanjay Gandhi inaugurated the festival.
  • It will be organised and sponsored by the Union Ministry of Women & Child Development to celebrate and promotes women entrepreneurs from across India.
  • Festival will offer on sale the biggest selection of organic products ranging from food, fabrics and furniture to wellness, personal care and solar products.
  • This year’s Festival will have 230 stalls and about 372 participants. The list includes producers from Delhi, NCR and 23 states/UTs.
  • Last year’s edition of ‘Women of India Festival’ selling organic produce saw thousands of people thronging to Dilli Haat each day.

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