National Traders' Welfare Board Holds 100th VC Meeting
National Traders' Welfare Board Holds 100th VC Meeting
Summary: The National Traders' Welfare Board, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, held its milestone 100th video-conference meeting on 25 August 2026 to strengthen engagement with traders across the country.
What Happened?
The meeting reviewed trader welfare initiatives, grievance redressal and outreach programmes conducted through the Board's regular virtual consultations since its inception.
TNPSC Relevance
- Governance/Economy: institutional mechanisms for trader welfare.
Key Facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | 100th VC meeting of National Traders' Welfare Board |
| Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Commerce and Industry |
MCQs
Q1. The National Traders' Welfare Board held which milestone meeting on 25 August 2026?
- (A) 50th
- (B) 75th
- (C) 100th
- (D) 150th
Answer: (C)
Explanation: The Board held its 100th video-conference meeting.
Q2. Which ministry oversees the National Traders' Welfare Board?
- (A) Ministry of Finance
- (B) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- (C) Ministry of MSME
- (D) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Board functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Q3. The Board's meetings primarily address?
- (A) Trader welfare and grievance redressal
- (B) Foreign policy
- (C) Judicial appointments
- (D) Space missions
Answer: (A)
Explanation: The Board focuses on trader welfare, outreach and grievance redressal.
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