National Higher Education Qualifications Framework
Context: University Grants Commission (UGC) has finalised the National Higher Education Qualifications Framework (NHEQF) to standardise qualifications and promote academic mobility. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: National Higher Education Qualifications Framework (NHEQF) Objective Main Features Levels Guidelines for Program Development Credit Framework Inclusive Qualifications Quality Assurance Mechanism Issues with the NHEQF Multiple Frameworks Ambiguity Lack […]
Census Delimitation Exercise After 2024 Election
Context: The Lok Sabha has passed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Constitution One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, which proposes a 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Home Minister Shah mentioned during the debate that census and delimitation activities will commence after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Relevance GS I: […]
About The A PM Kisan
Context: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare launched an AI chatbot — the first of its kind to be integrated with a major flagship scheme of the central government — for the PM-KISAN Scheme. Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: About PM KISAN Nodal: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Some of the […]
About The Vidya Samiksha Kendras
Context: Under the National Digital Education Architecture (NDEAR), the Ministry of Education is pushing the establishment of Vidya Samiksha Kendras (VSKs) across states. Relevance: GS II: Education, Human Resource Dimensions of the Article: Vidya Samiksha Kendras (VSKs): Leveraging Data and Technology for Education Enhancement Objectives: Significance: National Digital Education Architecture (NDEAR): Empowering Education Through Digital […]
India’s PM Gatishakti National Master Plan at the 2023 RCI Conference
Context: Recently, the 2023 Regional Cooperation and Integration (RCI) Conference was organised by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at Tbilisi, Georgia where India showcased its PM Gatishakti National Master Plan. Relevance: GS II- Welfare schemes Dimensions of the Article: About PM Gati Shakti: PM GatiShakti is based on six pillars: 1. Comprehensiveness: It will include all […]
Bridging the Malnutrition Gap The Bemetara Way
Context: It is believed that simplicity represents the highest form of sophistication. Through our experiences, we have learned that simple concepts are not always easy to implement but frequently yield the most successful results. Given this perspective, providing guidance on dietary and feeding habits while tracking individuals’ progress can have a profound impact and significantly […]
About The National Curriculum Framework
Context: Recently, the final National Curriculum Framework (NCF) was released by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), leading to significant reforms in the education system, led by the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the National Curriculum Framework (NCF): […]
Enhancing Skill-Based Education in India
Context: The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in India is celebrated for its focus on practical learning and skill-based education. Nevertheless, a significant disparity between the education imparted and the demands of industries persists, even with a substantial number of science graduates. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Higher Education Landscape in India […]
About Initiatives Under NEP 2020
Context: Recently, the Minister of State for Education provided valuable insights into the initiatives taken up under National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for the transformation of Education Sector in India during a written reply in the Lok Sabha. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: National Education Policy 2020 Introduction and Historical Context: Salient Features of NEP 2020: Key Initiatives under NEP […]
Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Context: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has highlighted irregularities in registration and validation of beneficiaries under the Ayushman Bharat- Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PMJAY). Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: About Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) National Health Protection Mission Health and Wellness Centres About […]