Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 October 2022
Contents
- The Global Hunger Index: A lesson in measuring hunger incorrectly
- Teaching in mother tongue
The Global Hunger Index: A lesson in measuring hunger incorrectly
Context
According to the recently released Global Hunger Index report, India is ranked 107th out of 123 countries, down from 101st in 2021. The government has rejected the report, claiming it is an attempt to “taint” India, questioning its methodology, and emphasising the government’s significant efforts to improve access to foodgrains for India’s poor.
Relevance
GS Paper 2: health, hunger and Poverty
Mains Question
Even with a number of programmes in place to combat malnutrition, India faces a formidable challenge. Discuss. (250 words)
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Teaching In Mother Tongue
Context
- The Union Ministry of Education recently released the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for foundational stage education (children aged 3 to 8 years).
- With the unveiling of the first NCF for the foundational stage by the government, pre-primary school children in India have entered the formal schooling system for the first time.
- In addition to dedicating the NCF to early childhood care and education (ECCE), the Minister also announced the launch of ‘Balvatika’ at Kendriya Vidyalayas.
Relevance
GS Paper 2: Social Justice
Mains question
It took India 62 years after independence to make schooling a fundamental right for its children, and much more needs to be done. Discuss. (250 words)
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