With reference to ‘Changpa’ community of India, consider the following statements:

1. They live mainly in the State of Uttarakhand.
2. They rear the Pashmina goats that yield a fine wool.
3. They are kept in the category of Scheduled Tribes.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect, but statements 2 and 3 are correct

• The Changpas, a nomadic tribe primarily resides in the Changtang plateau in Ladakh.
• The Changpa rear Pashmina goats, which produce high-quality Pashmina wool, renowned for its fineness and softness.
• In 1989, the Changpa were granted official status in India as a Scheduled Tribe.

Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Easy