Government Schemes and Programs for UPSC Prelims 2025

Source– This post is based on the article “Four out of five organ recipients in country are men: NOTTO data” published in “The Indian Express” on 15th November 2023. Why in the News? The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) data which is collected between 1995- 2021 revealed a sharp gender disparity in organ… Continue reading Gender Disparity in Organ Transplants

Source: The post is based on the article “National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX): National Health Authority (NHA) organizes Accelerator Workshops on ABDM Integration and NHCX Adoption in association with IRDAI” published in “PIB” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? The National Health Authority (NHA) and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI)… Continue reading National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX): National Health Authority (NHA) organizes Accelerator Workshops on ABDM Integration and NHCX Adoption in association with IRDAI

Source: The post is based on the article “Annapurna Certificate Programme” published in “Indian Express” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? Annapurna Certificate Programme has recognized six Indian restaurants worldwide for promoting Indian culinary traditions. What is Annapurna Certificate Programme? Specifications Details Launched by Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Aim To recognize… Continue reading Annapurna Certificate Programme

Source: The post is based on the article “UGC to bring out a new curriculum for PG programmes, offers flexibility to students” published in “The Hindu” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released a draft document titled “Curriculum and Credit Framework for Postgraduate Programmes”. What are the… Continue reading UGC to bring out a new curriculum for PG programmes, offers flexibility to students

Source: The post is based on the article “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra” published in “PIB” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has launched the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. What is the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra? Specifications Details Aim To promote and publicize government welfare schemes. To enroll potential beneficiaries of… Continue reading Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra

Source: The post is based on the article “PM Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission: PM launches ₹24,000-crore project for development of vulnerable tribal groups” published in “PIB” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has launched the ₹24,000-crore Pradhan Mantri Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission. What is… Continue reading PM Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission: PM launches ₹24,000-crore project for development of vulnerable tribal groups

Source– This post “PM KISAN Scheme” is based on the article “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will release the 15th Installment of PM KISAN Scheme from Birsa College, Khunti, Jharkhand on 15th November which is celebrated as ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’ (Tribal Pride Day)” published in “PIB” on 14 November 2023. Why in the News? PM… Continue reading PM KISAN Scheme

Source: The post is based on the article “Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) for OBC & Others” published in “PIB” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? This article provides information about the Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme(SHREYAS). What is SHREYAS Scheme? Specifications Details Nodal Ministry Ministry… Continue reading Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) for OBC & Others

Source: The post is based on the article “‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched” published in “PIB” on 14th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the ‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal. What is AAINA Dashboard for Cities Portal? Specifications Details Launched by Ministry of Housing… Continue reading ‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched

Source: The post is based on the article “FAME Scheme: Firmer push for local EV production in FAME-III” published in “Live mint” on 14th November 2023 Why in the News? The Union ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) is considering introducing a 50% domestic value addition (DVA) requirement under the proposed Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of… Continue reading FAME Scheme: Firmer push for local EV production in FAME-III

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