(a) the policy schemes being implemented for protection and preservation of Tribal Art,
Culture, Folk Dance and Language in the country;
(b) the steps taken to promote and encourage people in Tribal Art and the funds allocated during the year 2009-2010; and
(c) the details of financial assistance provided to various NGOs in this regard State-wise?
MINISTER OF STATE FOR PLANNING AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI V. NARAYANASAMY)
(a) & (b) : The Ministry of Culture has taken up a number of policy schemes being
implemented for protection and preservation of Tribal Art and culture, folk dance and Language
in various states of the country . These activities are carried out through the attached,
subordinate and autonomous organizations of the Ministry. The steps undertaken in this
regard are contained in the Annual Report of the Ministry for the year 2009-2010. Details
of funds allocated during the year 2009-2010 is placed at Annexure-I.
(c): Details of financial assistance provided to NGOs are enclosed at Annexure-II.