Government Schemes and Programs for UPSC Prelims 2024

Source– This post “GPS Anklets on prison inmates” is based on the article ”Centre asks States to use tracking devices on prison inmates released on parole” published in “The Hindu” on 13 November 2023. Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry issued a circular to all states suggesting them to use GPS tracking devices… Continue reading GPS Anklets on prison inmates

  Source: The post is based on the article “Operations conducted by Railway Protection Force(RPF): Operation ‘Nanhe Faristey’ and others” published in “PIB” on 10th November 2023 Why in the News? The Railway Protection Force (RPF) has conducted several operations to safeguard railway property, passenger areas and the well-being of travellers. What are the operations… Continue reading Operations conducted by Railway Protection Force(RPF): Operation ‘Nanhe Faristey’ and others

Source: The post is based on the article “Energy Conservation Building Code, 2017: Why the IEA called it a ‘notable exception’ among developing countries” published in “Indian Express” on 9th November 2023 Why in the News? The International Energy Agency(IEA) has released the World Energy Outlook report 2023. The report has said that India’s Energy… Continue reading Energy Conservation Building Code, 2017: Why the IEA called it a ‘notable exception’ among developing countries

Source: The post is based on the article “Electoral Bonds and Electoral Trusts: What are they, and how do they differ?” published in “Indian Express” on 9th November 2023 Why in the News? The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on the challenge to the Electoral Bonds Scheme. Before this Electoral Bonds (EB) Scheme, there… Continue reading Electoral Bonds and Electoral Trusts: What are they, and how do they differ?

Source: The post is based on the article “Deep Ocean Mission: a challenge harder than going to space” published in “The Hindu” on 8th November 2023 Why in the News? India’s Deep Ocean Mission (DOM) is an ambitious initiative aimed at exploring and harnessing the immense potential of the ocean’s depths. What is the Deep… Continue reading Deep Ocean Mission: a challenge harder than going to space

Source: The post is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)” published in “Economic Times” on 8th November 2023 Why in the News? Prime Minister has announced that Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) will be extended for another five years i.e till December,2028. What is Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)

Source: The post is based on the article “Jal Diwali -“Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign” launched” published in “PIB” on 8th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the “Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign”. What is the Women for Water, Water for… Continue reading Jal Diwali -“Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign” launched

Source: The post is based on the article “PM Vishwakarma Yojana: Master Trainers & Assessors Program launched” published in “PIB” on 7th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship(MSDE) has announced the commencement of the Training of Master Trainers & Assessors Program under the PM Vishwakarma scheme. What is… Continue reading PM Vishwakarma Yojana: Master Trainers &; Assessors Program launched

Source: The post is based on the article “LEAP AHEAD initiative: Launched by STPI for startups to get access to investment, mentorship & global connect” published in “PIB” on 7th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) Secretary has launched the LEAP AHEAD initiative. What is the LEAP… Continue reading LEAP AHEAD initiative: Launched by STPI for startups to get access to investment, mentorship & global connect

Source: The post is based on the article “Bharat Atta to cost ₹2 less as govt aims to put lid on prices” published in “Live Mint” on 7th November 2023 Why in the News? The Government of India has launched a new wheat flour scheme called “Bharat Atta.” What is Bharat Atta? Bharat Atta is… Continue reading Bharat Atta to cost ₹2 less as govt aims to put lid on prices

Source: The post is based on the article “Krishi 24/7, the first-ever AI-powered solution for automated agricultural news monitoring and analysis”  published in “PIB” on 7th November 2023 Why in the News? Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare(DA&FW) has launched Krishi 24/7. What is Krishi 24/7? Aspects  Details What is it It is an AI… Continue reading Krishi 24/7, the first-ever AI-powered solution for automated agricultural news monitoring and analysis

Source: The post is based on the article “Leave benefits for women in armed forces made uniform” published in “The Hindu” on 6th November 2023 Why in the News? The Defence Minister has approved a proposal for extending the rules for maternity, child care and child adoption leave for women soldiers, sailors and air warriors… Continue reading Leave benefits for women in armed forces made uniform

Source: The post is based on the article “Govt likely to extend RoSCTL (Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies) scheme ” published in “Business Standard” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The Government of India is likely to extend the Rebate of State and Central Levies and Taxes (RoSCTL) scheme till… Continue reading Govt likely to extend RoSCTL (Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies) scheme

Source: The post is based on the article “National Efficient Cooking Programme launched, to promote affordable and energy-efficient induction cookers” published in “PIB” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has launched the National Efficient Cooking Programme(NECP) and Energy Efficient Fans Programme(EEFP).  What is the National Efficient Cooking Programme(NECP)?… Continue reading National Efficient Cooking Programme launched, to promote affordable and energy-efficient induction cookers

Source: The post is based on the article “PM participates in program marking culmination of Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign’s Amrit Kalash Yatra” published in “PIB” on 1st November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has participated in the programme marking the culmination of the Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign. What is the… Continue reading PM participates in program marking culmination of Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign’s Amrit Kalash Yatra

Source: The post is based on the article “Only the Gir indigenous cow breed is being promoted under Rashtriya Gokul Mission; here is why” published in “Down To Earth” on 1st November 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 What is Gir cow breed?3 Why is Rashtriya Gokul Mission focusing more on Gir cow breed?4 What… Continue reading Only the Gir indigenous cow breed is being promoted under Rashtriya Gokul Mission; here is why

Source: The post is based on the article “Prime Minister launches ‘Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)’ platform on the National Unity Day” published in “PIB” on 31st October 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has launched ‘Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)’ platform for youth of the country. What is Mera Yuva Bharat? Aspect… Continue reading Prime Minister launches ‘Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)’ platform on the National Unity Day

Source: The post “Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana” is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana is a prime example of how Digital Connection and emotional and administrative responsibility can come together: Union Minister” published in “PIB” on 28th October 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Women and Child Development has… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

Source: The post is based on the article “Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled” published in “The Hindu” on 24th October 2023 What is the News? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has recommended the use of Quick Response(QR) codes on food products. What is Food Safety and… Continue reading Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled

Source: The post is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana(PM-AJAY)” published in “PIB” on 24th October 2023 What is the News? This article talks about Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana(PM- AJAY). What is Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana (PM- AJAY)? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment Combination… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana(PM-AJAY)

Source: The post is based on the article “Union Textiles Minister launches Website of Kasturi Cotton Bharat” published in “PIB” on 23rd October 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of Textile has launched a website of Kasturi Cotton Bharat.  What is Kasturi Cotton Bharat? Source: Indian Express Launched by: Ministry of Textiles, the… Continue reading Union Textiles Minister launches Website of “Kasturi Cotton Bharat”

Source: The post is based on the article “APAAR: All you need to know about this ‘One Nation, One ID’ to be rolled out for students” published in “TOI” on 20th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is APAAR?3 How can students enroll in APAAR?4 What are the benefits of APAAR for students?5… Continue reading APAAR: All you need to know about this ‘One Nation, One ID’ to be rolled out for students

Source: The post is based on the article “Solar Panels to have Star Label indicating Quality and Energy Efficiency, Programme to be voluntary for first two years” published in “PIB” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? The Government has launched the Standards & Labelling Programme for solar panels.  What is the Standards &… Continue reading Solar Panels to have Star Label indicating Quality and Energy Efficiency, Programme to be voluntary for first two years

Source: The post is based on the article “As part of ‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’, Railways plans special trains” published in “The Hindu” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? Indian Railways will run special trains on October 29 to carry volunteers with soil (mitti) from different parts of the country to New Delhi.… Continue reading As part of ‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’, Railways plans special trains

Source: The post is based on the article “Govt offers 8 blocks for production of hydrocarbons under OLAP bid” published in “Hindu Businessline” on 18th October 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) has offered 8 blocks for exploration and production (E&P) of hydrocarbons under the Open Acreage Licensing… Continue reading Govt offers 8 blocks for production of hydrocarbons under OLAP bid