Published: 10 October 2025Governance
3rd International Purple Fair 2025 Inaugurated in Goa — Theme: Celebration of Inclusion
The 3rd International Purple Fair 2025 was inaugurated in Goa by Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant with the theme 'Celebration of Inclusion, Talent, and Empowerment.' The fair aims to highlight the capabilities and contributions of persons with disabilities (PwDs).
The event showcased adaptive technologies, inclusive employment opportunities, and disability-friendly innovations. It brought together disability rights advocates, policymakers, corporates, and PwDs from multiple countries. The fair aligns with India's Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPDA), 2016, which recognizes 21 types of disabilities and mandates accessibility in public spaces, education, and employment.
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The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, referenced with the 3rd Purple Fair 2025, recognises how many types of disabilities?
Explanation · Correct answer CThe Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 recognises 21 categories of disability. It also provides for reservation in education and employment and places legal duties on governments to ensure accessibility, non-discrimination, and full participation for persons with disabilities.
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What is the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016?
The **Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPDA), 2016, recognises 21 types of disabilities** and mandates accessibility in public spaces, education, and employment in India. The International Purple Fair 2025 in Goa highlighted achievements under this act and showcased disability-friendly innovations.
What adaptive technologies were showcased at the 3rd International Purple Fair 2025?
The **3rd International Purple Fair 2025 in Goa showcased adaptive technologies, inclusive employment opportunities, and disability-friendly innovations.** It brought together disability rights advocates, policymakers, corporates, and PwDs from multiple countries, highlighting how technology can empower persons with disabilities.
Who inaugurated the 3rd International Purple Fair 2025?
**Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated the 3rd International Purple Fair 2025** with the theme 'Celebration of Inclusion, Talent, and Empowerment.' The fair highlighted the capabilities and contributions of persons with disabilities (PwDs) and aligned with India's RPDA 2016.
How many types of disabilities does India's RPDA 2016 recognize?
India's **Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPDA) 2016 recognises 21 types of disabilities**, including physical, intellectual, sensory, and multiple disabilities. This is a significant expansion from the earlier Persons with Disabilities Act 1995, which recognised only 7 categories.
What is the significance of the International Purple Fest/Fair for disability inclusion in India?
The International Purple Fest/Fair is **India's premier disability inclusion event** that showcases innovation, policy, and corporate best practices. It highlights India's progress under RPDA 2016, launches new initiatives for persons with disabilities, and provides a platform for global exchange on inclusive development strategies.
