Parenthood and Surrogacy: Ethical and Societal Issues
Context: The societal implications of surrogacy are highly intricate and demand serious attention. The recent Supreme Court ruling, which overturned the ban on using donor gametes for women affected by Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser syndrome, has elicited joy from the affected couples, but it is poised to have profound and widespread repercussions in our society. Relevance: […]
5T Initiative Overviews
Context: The 5T initiative in Odisha is a governance model that stands for Teamwork, Transparency, Technology, Time, and Transformation, launched with the aim of improving governance and ensuring efficient delivery of public services. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: 5T Initiative Overview: Teamwork: Transparency: Technology: Time: Transformation: Achievements of the 5T […]
About the Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Context: After nearly a decade of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, it has become evident that the scheme, initially aimed at enhancing the quality of various indigenous cattle breeds, has primarily focused on promoting a single breed, the Gir cow, throughout the country. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About the […]
About Atal Bhujal Yojana
Context: Recently, the 5th meeting of the National Level Steering Committee (NLSC) of Atal Bhujal Yojana (ATAL JAL) was held to review the overall progress of the scheme. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Atal Bhujal Yojana: Significance of the scheme Aims of the scheme: Implementation of the scheme:
Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project
Context: Recently, the government of India approved the inclusion of the Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (PMKSY-AIBP). Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project: Key Facts about Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): Launched in the fiscal year […]
One Nation One Student ID initiative
Context: Several state governments have made requests for schools to obtain parental consent regarding the introduction of a new student identity card. This new ID card, named the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR), is a component of the Union government’s ‘One nation, One Student ID’ initiative. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions […]
UDAN Regional Connectivity Scheme
Context: The Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), a government-backed initiative to improve infrastructure and connectivity in India, especially in remote and underserved regions, completes six years. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN): Nodal: Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) […]
43rd PRAGATI Interaction
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister presided over the 43rd edition of PRAGATI, an ICT-based multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, involving both Central and State governments. Relevance: GS2- Governance- Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability, E-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; Citizens Charters, Transparency & Accountability and institutional and other measures. Outcome of the meeting: […]
About Agnipath Scheme
Context: Recently, an Agniveer passed away on duty at the Siachen glacier, which sparked a controversy regarding the entitlement of pensions and Compensation for the families of Agniveers. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Compensation Promised After the Demise of an Agniveer: Seva Nidhi: Armed Forces Battle Casualty Fund: Army Wives Welfare Association: […]
About UMEED Scheme
Context: A self-help group (SHG) recently launched a flower nursery as part of the UMEED scheme in Budgam. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions UMEED Scheme The UMEED scheme is part of the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM), which is a centrally sponsored initiative aimed at promoting self-dependence and self-sufficiency among women […]