With reference to Hausla 2018, consider the following statements:

1. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

2. It provides a platform for children living in Child Care Institutions (CCIs) to showcase their skills.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

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  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Option 2 : 2 only
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The correct answer is 2 only.

Key Points

  • The "Hausla 2018" was organized by the 'Ministry of Women and Child Development' Government of India. Hence statement 1 is not correct.
  • The main theme of this program was the protection of children.
  • The aim of organizing festivals like "Hausla 2018" is to provide a national platform to the children of child care institutions (CCI). 
  • So that children can showcase their talent and they can get inspiration to move forward in life. Hence statement 2 is correct.
  • In the year 2018, children participated in competitions like painting, athletes, football, chess, speeches, writing, etc.
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