What are the key objectives of the Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY)? How does the scheme contribute to the economic empowerment of tribal communities in India? (Answer in 250 words)

DHANMAN by promoting model villages and acting as 'eco-tourism' cities (6) Promotion of heritage - by indigenous culture (e.g) Chamba Rumal, and paving markets (e.g) sethai Challenges: - Lack of awareness of scheme - High Isolation - affecting extension - British legacy - form of embankment - lack of Inter-Ministerial co-ordination Way forward: - Sustainable (e.g) Renewable development energy - Reduced human-wildlife conflict - Promote education, health (e.g) PMVDYA Thus, need is for inclusive promoting sustainable living of tribes and their empowerment