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GS1 · Indian Society8 Jul 2026 · PIB

Bhubaneswar Declaration adopted as National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes concludes

The two-day National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs), organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with the Government of Odisha, concluded today in Bhubaneswar with the adoption of the Bhubaneswar Declaration, marking an important milestone in advancing the vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for Viksit Bharat@2047 through stronger institutions that promote tribal knowledge, research, innovation and evidence-based policymaking.

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Prelims-testable facts

  • 01The Ministry of Tribal Affairs organized a two-day National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) in Bhubaneswar.
  • 02The workshop aimed to promote tribal knowledge, research, innovation, and evidence-based policymaking.
  • 03The Bhubaneswar Declaration was adopted as an outcome of the workshop, marking a milestone in advancing the vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for Viksit Bharat@2047.
  • 04The workshop was held in collaboration with the Government of Odisha.
  • 05Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) are institutions that promote tribal knowledge and research.
  • 06Viksit Bharat@2047 is a vision of the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for India's development by 2047.

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  • Most people think the Ministry of Tribal Affairs is responsible for all tribal affairs, but actually it collaborates with state governments and other agencies to achieve its goals.
  • Most people think the Bhubaneswar Declaration is a policy document, but actually it is an outcome of the workshop that outlines commitments and actions.

Mains Practice Question

Critically examine the role of tribal research institutes in advancing evidence-based policymaking for tribal communities, particularly in the context of India's development vision for 2047.

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Prelims Practice MCQs

Single facteasy

The Bhubaneswar Declaration was adopted by which grouping?

  • A.Ministry of Tribal Affairs
  • B.Government of Odisha
  • C.Prime Minister's Office
  • D.National Council for Tribal Welfare

The Bhubaneswar Declaration was adopted by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, marking an important milestone in advancing tribal knowledge and research.

Single factmedium

During the National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes, which state government collaborated with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?

  • A.Government of Odisha
  • B.Government of Maharashtra
  • C.Government of West Bengal
  • D.Government of Assam

The Government of Odisha collaborated with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to organize the National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes.

Single facthard

In which year is India aiming to achieve its vision for 'Viksit Bharat' through stronger institutions that promote tribal knowledge and research?

  • A.2025
  • B.2030
  • C.2047
  • D.2050

India is aiming to achieve its vision for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, through stronger institutions that promote tribal knowledge and research.

Multiple statementsmedium

Consider the following statements regarding National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes: 1. The workshop was organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with the Government of India. 2. The Bhubaneswar Declaration was adopted as a result of the workshop. 3. The Prime Minister's vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 was first outlined at this workshop. How many of the above statements are correct?

  • A.Only one
  • B.Only two
  • C.All three
  • D.None

Statement 1 is incorrect because the Government of Odisha, not India, collaborated with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Statement 2 is correct because it directly matches the text. Statement 3 is incorrect because there is no indication that this vision was first outlined at this workshop.

Statement I & IIhard

Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Bhubaneswar Declaration was adopted as a result of the National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes. Statement-II: This adoption marks an important milestone in advancing the Prime Minister's vision for Viksit Bharat@2047. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

  • A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
  • B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct but Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
  • C.Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
  • D.Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Statement 1 is correct because it directly matches the text. Statement 2 is also correct because it accurately describes why the adoption of the Bhubaneswar Declaration is significant, which is to advance the Prime Minister's vision for Viksit Bharat@2047.

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