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Khadi and Village Industries Commission

Okay kiddo, let me explain to you what Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is all about.

You know how we wear clothes every day, right? Well, Khadi is a fabric that is made from cotton fibers that are spun by hand on a spinning wheel called a charkha. This fabric was very important during India's freedom movement because it was a way for people to protest against the British who made Indians grow cotton and then exported it, leaving Indians with no cloth for themselves. Khadi is still made today as a way to support Indian farmers and promote traditional Indian handicrafts.

Now, Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is an organization that supports and promotes businesses in rural villages in India. These businesses can include making things like soap, candles, pottery, and weaving Khadi fabric, among others. KVIC provides training, financial support, and marketing assistance to these small businesses so they can succeed and support their families and communities. This helps to prevent migration from villages to cities, preserving traditional handicrafts, and boosting the economy of rural areas.

In summary, Khadi is a traditional Indian fabric made by hand, and KVIC is an organization that supports rural businesses, including Khadi, to help provide employment and support communities.