Question: Tell me about the Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development scheme.

Answer: To build capacity of master craftsmen/artisans.Training of young generation through the master craftsmen/ artisans for traditional

**Benefits:** are provided?1. Free training in a traditional art or craft. 2. Stipend during the training period. 3. Assistance in finding
employment after completing the training.How much stipend is provided?â‚¹ 10,000/- per trainee for the non-residential programme. â‚¹
13,000/- per trainee for the residential programmeWho can get the benefits?All the eligible applicant from minority community. What is
the eligible age ?Must be between 14-35 years of age. Upper age limit may be relaxed for differently abled persons belonging to
minorities.What is the eligible education qualification ?Minimum qualification should be at least Class V. This may also be relaxed for
differently abled persons belonging to minorities.Can any other member of the family also receive training?More than one member of a
family is eligible for training in the same art/craft form, provided she/he fulfills the eligibility criteriaHow to get the scheme benefits?To
apply for the USTTAD scheme, candidates must contact the nearest PIA.How to find the nearest PIA List of nearest PIA :
http://usttad.minorityaffairs.gov.in/EmpaneledPIAs.aspxWhat documents are required 1. Proof of identity: Aadhaar card, PAN card,
Voter ID card, or Driving License. 2. Proof of address: Aadhaar card, Voter ID card, or Driving License. 3. Proof of minority
community: A certificate from a religious leader or a caste certificate. 4. Proof of age: Aadhaar card, School certificate, or Birth
certificate. 5. Educational qualification: School certificate or mark sheet. 6. Disability certificate: If the beneficiary is a person with a
disability. 7. Income certificate: If the beneficiary belongs to a BPL family.Sources And ReferencesGuidelinesPIA ListOkWas this
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Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for DevelopmentDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked
QuestionsThe Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development (USTTAD) scheme is a program launched
by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, in 2015. The scheme aims to preserve the rich heritage of traditional arts and
crafts of minorities and to provide employment opportunities to minority youth in these sectors.Objective To build capacity of master
craftsmen/artisans.Training of young generation through the master craftsmen/ artisans for traditional arts/crafts.Preservation of rich
heritage of the traditional arts and crafts of minorities.To establish linkages of traditional skills with the global market.To improve
employability of existing workers, school dropouts etc.To generate means of better livelihood for marginalized minorities and bring them
in the mainstream. To enable minorities to avail opportunities in the growing market.To ensure dignity of labour.Research and
development in traditional arts/crafts.The USTTAD scheme covers a wide range of traditional arts and crafts, including:Handloom
weavingCarpet weavingEmbroideryPotteryMetalworkWood carvingStone carvingPaintingSculptureCalligraphyMusicDanceUnder this,
master craftsmen and artisans are provided with training to upgrade their skills and to become trainers. They then train minority youth in
the traditional arts and crafts. The scheme also provides support for the development of market linkages for the products of the trained
artisans.ï»¿The USTTAD scheme is implemented through Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs), which are non-governmental
organizations (NGOs) with experience in the field of skill development and traditional arts and crafts. The PIAs are responsible for
identifying and recruiting master craftsmen and artisans, developing course modules, and providing training to minority youth.ï»¿The
USTTAD scheme has benefited thousands of minority youth across India. The scheme has helped to preserve traditional arts and crafts
and to provide employment opportunities to minority youth.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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