(b) The Union Ministry of Tourism had launched the Swadesh Darshan Scheme in 2014–15 with an aim to develop theme-based tourist circuits in the country. Under this scheme, 13 thematic circuits have been identified for development. They are Buddhist Circuit, North-East India Circuit,Coastal Circuit, Himalayan Circuit,Krishna Circuit, Desert Circuit, Eco Circuit, Wildlife Circuit, Tribal Circuit, Rural Circuit, Spiritual Circuit, Ramayana Circuit and Heritage Circuit.