Source- The post is based on the article “SMART PDS scheme: A bold initiative in digitisation” published in “The Indian Express” on 30th March 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Government policies and interventions Relevance– Use of digital technology for welfare schemes News– The article explains the initiatives by the government to digitise the food grain distribution. What… Continue reading SMART PDS scheme: A bold initiative in digitisation
What is an IMF bailout, when is it provided to a country, and what are the lending conditions?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is an IMF bailout, when is it provided to a country, and what are the lending conditions?” published in Indian Express on 29th March 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are IMF bailouts?3 How is an IMF bailout provided?4 Where does the IMF get its… Continue reading What is an IMF bailout, when is it provided to a country, and what are the lending conditions?
CSE-DTE release 2023 State of India’s Environment report
Source: The post is based on the article “CSE-DTE release 2023 State of India’s Environment report?” published in Down To Earth on 29th March 2023 What is the News? Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) and DTE (Down to Earth) magazine has released State of India’s Environment report 2023. The report is an annual publication… Continue reading CSE-DTE release 2023 State of India’s Environment report
State budgets may be too optimistic about their capital expenditure
Source: The post is based on the article “State budgets may be too optimistic about their capital expenditure” published in The Indian Express on 30th March 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Budgeting Relevance: analysis of states’ budget. News: Many states have come with their state budget. The article discusses the trend emerging out of the budget of… Continue reading State budgets may be too optimistic about their capital expenditure
Civil society organizations require wholesome support
Source: The post is based on an article “Civil society organizations require wholesome support” published in Live Mint on 30th March 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance – Non-Governmental Organisations Relevance: concerns associated with CSOs News: Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community-based organizations (CBOs), and other kinds of not-for-profit organizations are working for societal… Continue reading Civil society organizations require wholesome support
India needs public policy education
Source- The post is based on the article “India needs public policy education” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Governance Relevance– Reforms in administration News– The article explains the importance of public policy education. What are issues with public management education in India? Lack of institutions– Most executives in government require… Continue reading India needs public policy education
India’s DPIs, catching the next wave
Source- The post is based on the article “India’s DPIs, catching the next wave” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2023. Syllabus: GS2- e-governance Relevance– Digital India News– The article explains India’s digital public infrastructure. What are some facts about India’s digital public infrastructure? India’s digital public infrastructure or India Stack is a partnership… Continue reading India’s DPIs, catching the next wave
A hardhanded response that strikes at the root of rights
Source- The post is based on the article “A hardhanded response that strikes at the root of rights” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance– Issues related to right of workers News– An estimated 19 lakh government and semi government employees have been on strike demanding that the government return… Continue reading A hardhanded response that strikes at the root of rights
Great Nicobar project will not evict tribes, says Centre
Source: The post is based on the article “Great Nicobar project will not evict tribes, says Centre” published in The Hindu on 29th March 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Great Nicobar project?3 What is the significance and concerns related to the Great Nicobar project?4 Will this project impact the tribes of… Continue reading Great Nicobar project will not evict tribes, says Centre
2 years after Finance panel suggested, Centre ‘evaluating’ 26 proposals for new cities
Source: The post is based on the article “2 years after Finance panel suggested, Centre ‘evaluating’ 26 proposals for new cities” published in Indian Express on 29th March 2023 What is the News? The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry is currently evaluating 26 proposals from 21 states for the creation of new cities in… Continue reading 2 years after Finance panel suggested, Centre ‘evaluating’ 26 proposals for new cities
