Swachh Survekshan Awards 2023
Context: The Swachh Survekshan Awards 2023 ceremony, hosted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, witnessed the President of India presenting accolades for urban cleanliness. Indore and Surat jointly earned the cleanest city title, marking a significant achievement in sanitation efforts. Maharashtra claimed the top spot among states, […]
PM-eBus Sewa Scheme Overview
Context: The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister recently said that the Ministry has floated tenders for procuring buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: PM-eBus Sewa Scheme Overview: Objective: Operation Model: Financial Support: Coverage: Scheme Segments: Augmenting City Bus Services and Associated Infrastructure: Green […]
Regulating India’s Online Gaming Industry
Context: As we are aware, deficiencies in the market, such as monopolies, externalities, and information asymmetries, not only reduce economic value but also corrode societal well-being, leading to a decline in user trust. In such instances, government regulatory intervention becomes crucial. The effectiveness of this intervention depends on a straightforward criterion—the benefits of government involvement must […]
Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana
Context: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has brought attention to the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana (PM-AJAY), a comprehensive scheme that integrates three Centrally Sponsored Schemes—Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana (PMAGY), Special Central Assistance to Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SCA to SCSP), and Babu Jagjivan Ram Chhatrawas Yojana (BJRCY). Relevance: GS II: […]
New Rules Governing OTT Platforms
Context: The OTT market in India is currently battling the dilemma between growth and profitability in a price-sensitive market. In 2023, the Over-The-Top (OTT) Market in India experienced significant disruptions and challenges that shaped its trajectory. Relevance: GS-II Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is Over-the-Top (OTT) Media Service? Rules governing OTT Platforms: Low Compliance and need for media […]
About Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
Context: The Prime Minister interacted with beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra via video conferencing. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra: Campaign Overview Objectives:
Structured Negotiation as a Boost for Disability Rights
Context: Structured negotiation is a frequently used procedure for resolving disputes collaboratively and offering an alternative to litigation through the pursuit of solutions. In this context, it is proposed that the right moment has arrived for India to fully embrace and implement structured negotiation. Relevance: GS- 2 Mains Question: Explaining the structured negotiation technique for […]
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (2023)
Context: Recently, the year-end-review of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment for the year 2023 was released. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of Initiatives and Achievements by DEPwD: Historic Gatherings and Festivals for Inclusion: India-South Africa Cooperation in Disability Sector: […]
Revised Interest Rates on Financial Schemes
Context: The Union government has announced an increase in returns for the Sukanya Samriddhi Account Scheme (SSAS) from 8% to 8.2% and for the 3-year Post Office Time Deposit Scheme (POTDS) from 7% to 7.1% for the first quarter of 2024. The interest rates for all other small savings schemes remain unchanged. Relevance: GS II: […]
About PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)
Context: The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, approves the “PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)” scheme by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions About PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) Sub-schemes under PRITHVI: Major Objectives: Functions of Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES): Holistic Approach of PRITHVI Scheme: Integrated Research and Development: […]