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The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) was established under which Act of the Indian Parliament?

AThe Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951

BThe Small Scale Industries Board Act, 1960

CKhadi and Village Industries Commission Act, 1956

DThe Village Industries Act, 1955

Answer:

C. Khadi and Village Industries Commission Act, 1956

Read Explanation:

  • KVIC is a statutory body established by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission Act of 1956.

  • It officially came into existence in April 1957, taking over the work of the former All India Khadi and Village Industries Board.

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