India’s recent economic growth is marked by social and institutional progress through effective government programs in health, education, sanitation, digital empowerment, and rural quality of life. Women-led development and digital rural governance have improved living standards. Achieving developed country status by 2047 requires efficient programs, state initiatives, and community participation. Introduction India aims to become…
Q1) Critically examine the utility of the social audit framework in bringing the governance process closer to the people. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Social Audit refers to the examination of a government programme through active involvement of people, especially the intended beneficiaries. It involves comparing the official records with actual ground realities. Social audit…
1. STEPS TO STRENGTHEN COUNTRY’S POSITION IN GLOBAL STEEL MARKET (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2040743 ) Topic: GS3 – IndianEconomy Context The Indian government has implemented various measures to promote the steel industry, including the DMI&SP Policy, PLI Scheme, revamped SIMS, and safety guidelines. These initiatives aim to boost domestic steel production, improve quality, and enhance sustainability,…
1. Government Approves Rs 50,655 Crore for 936 km High-Speed Corridors, Revives PPP Model (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover page; Page: 01) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railway etc. Context: The Union government has approved eight national high-speed corridor projects, totaling 936 km of highways at a cost of…
 1. EASING THE BURDEN (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses the ongoing efforts and historical context of income tax reforms in India. It highlights the initiatives to simplify and stabilize the tax structure, including reductions in corporate and personal tax rates, simplification of tax…
1. The five guidelines to a Dragon-Elephant tango (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context The Chinese Ambassador to India highlights the importance of strengthening China-India relations through the “Five Mutuals”: mutual respect, understanding, trust, accommodation, and accomplishment. Emphasizing shared historical ties…
As per the Periodic Labour Force Survey data, Indian labour market indicators have improved in the last six years, with the unemployment rate declining to 3.2 per cent in 2022-23. Rising youth and female workforce participation presents an opportunity to tap demographic and gender dividends. The Formal employment has grown, with net payroll additions under…
Q1) Although an overhaul of criminal laws in the country is a long-cherished reform, creating people centric legal structures requires a complete Indianization of the criminal justice system. Discuss citing the recommendations of the law commission. (250 Words/15 Marks) Â ANS People-centric legal structures are a natural expectation in a democratic country; however, the presence of…