1. NITI Aayog Releases Report on “S.A.F.E. Accommodation: Worker Housing for Manufacturing Growth” (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2086086®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Context The NITI Aayog report emphasizes the need for secure, affordable, flexible, and efficient (S.A.F.E.) housing to boost India’s manufacturing growth by addressing workforce retention and productivity challenges. The Union…
Q1) Self Helf Groups have the potential to become the best antidote to various socio-economic challenges plaguing rural India. Examine. (150 words/10 Marks) Answer: Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are informal voluntary groups of people, who come together to find ways to improve their living conditions. It is a financial intermediary group, usually composed of 10 to…
1. Strengthening the roots of an agri-carbon market (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context Carbon markets offer an opportunity to transform Indian agriculture by incentivizing sustainable practices while addressing climate change. However, challenges like socio-economic exclusivity, lack of training, and delayed payments hinder their effectiveness….
1. From aid to trade (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s state visit to India, emphasizing renewed bilateral cooperation to strengthen economic, trade, and regional partnerships in South Asia. Sri Lanka’s President Visits India: Strengthening Bilateral Ties…
1. Formulate policy to manage sacred groves, SC tells govt. (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to develop a policy for managing sacred groves across India, recognizing their cultural and ecological importance. These forests, traditionally protected by local…
1. PM-DAKSH YOJANA (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2085557®=3&lang=1 ) Context The PM-DAKSH Scheme aims to enhance the skills of marginalized groups, including SC, OBC, DNT, EWS, and Safai Karamcharis, for better employability. Launched with a budget of Rs. 450 crores for five years, the scheme targets training 2.71 lakh candidates. As of 2023-24, 1.55 lakh candidates have…
1. Doubling the income of farmers (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2085183®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context The article discusses the Government of India’s efforts in the agricultural sector through various schemes aimed at increasing production and providing income support. It highlights the budgetary allocations, key programs, and initiatives like the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) to address…
Q1) While the judiciary has played an active role in protecting the rights of citizens and ensuring social freedoms, it has often come at a cost of an unhealthy asymmetry among institutions in the country. Examine and give suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: Indian judiciary has played a pivotal role in protecting the rights…