Question

    In what year were Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups first recognized by the Indian government?

    A 1963 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1980 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1975 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1994 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    First recognized in 1975 as Primitive Tribal Groups, these groups were identified for special attention by the government due to their particularly vulnerable status in terms of technology use, literacy levels, and economic conditions. In 2006, they were renamed as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).

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