RAS question
The Kalanubhaav exhibition was curated by which knowledge cluster?
Correct answer: (D) Jodhpur City Knowledge & Innovation Cluster (JCKIC).
The Kalanubhaav exhibition was curated by the Jodhpur City Knowledge & Innovation Cluster (JCKIC).
Explanation
The Kalanubhaav exhibition is linked to Rajasthan's craft economy because the cited PIB release identifies it as an exhibition curated by the Jodhpur City Knowledge & Innovation Cluster (JCKIC) at The Kunj Mall, New Delhi. PIB says it showcased Rajasthan's handicrafts, handlooms, artisan-led innovations and design-registered products developed under national science, technology and livelihood programmes. The same release explains why JCKIC is the relevant body: its work includes Kalaanubhav.in, immersive tools, design innovation, digital outreach and capacity-building for artisan communities. That makes option D precise, while the other options name clusters or hubs not mentioned in the official release as curators of this exhibition.
Why the other options are wrong
- (A) Jaipur City Innovation Cluster is not named in the PIB release as the curator of the Kalanubhaav exhibition.
- (B) Udaipur Heritage Innovation Hub is not the body credited by PIB with curating the exhibition at The Kunj Mall.
- (C) Bikaner Craft Technology Centre does not appear in the cited official account as the curator of Kalanubhaav.
Concept
This tests the Rajasthan economy theme of craft-sector innovation through S&T clusters. RAS asks such items because official schemes often connect traditional livelihoods with technology, market access and institutional support.