Question: Which of the following software giant have recently launched an e-platform named ‘project reweave’?
(a) Google
(b) Facebook
(c) Microsoft
(d) IBM
Answer: (c)
Related facts:
- Microsoft India has launched a new e-commerce platform for handloom weavers in Telangana, under its Project Reweave, as a part of its philanthropic initiative.
- The e-commerce platform would help connect artisans to buyers directly enabling them to expand to newer customers and markets.
- Microsoft in association with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), has also curated a special curriculum in ‘CAD and colour for handloom weaving’ to provide digital training in handloom design.
- The first batch of hundred handloom weavers was also awarded certificates for successful design course completion.
- Indian handloom industry is the second largest employment provider for the rural population in India, with almost 43 lakh weavers.
- Project Reweave also aims to help weavers with working capital support through non-profit organizations.
Links:
https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/microsoft-launches-e-commerce-portal-for-telangana-s-handloom-weavers-119011900236_1.html
https://www.re-weave.in/our-story
https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/microsoft-launches-e-comm-platform-for-handloom-weavers/article26036936.ece