For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Cooperation has remained the philosophy of our nation for centuries. India strives for a cooperative-led all encompassing socioeconomic progress. The Cooperative sector has always played a significant role in the overall economic development of the country with its member driven and all-inclusive approach. Cooperation embodies two important principles of human… Continue reading [Kurukshetra January 2023 Summary] [Cooperation, Cooperatives] Realising Sahkar Se Samriddhi – Explained, pointwise
Tag: Governance
[Kurukshetra December Summary] Citizen Participation and Rural Well-being – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Enlargement of people’s choices and capabilities is the cornerstone of all kinds of governance and a prerequisite for inclusive development and a nation’s overall growth. India is the world’s largest democracy; its democratic freedom and expression lie with citizen participation in every sphere of public policy making. The building block… Continue reading [Kurukshetra December Summary] Citizen Participation and Rural Well-being – Explained, pointwise
[Kurukshetra December Summary] Bridging the Digital Divide – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Implementing e-governance to empower the population and promote economic growth is a big challenge in large and diversified country like India. The integration of technology-enabled communication and data driven governance along with internet and mobile technology has laid the foundation of efficient governance. e-Governance improves transparency of all operational processes.… Continue reading [Kurukshetra December Summary] Bridging the Digital Divide – Explained, pointwise
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Advantages and Way Forward – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Scheme, calling it a ‘logistical marvel‘ that has reached hundreds of millions of people. An IMF Deputy Director said that DBT programme has helped people with low income levels especially women and the elderly praising the technological innovation… Continue reading Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Advantages and Way Forward – Explained, pointwise
Issues with Local Governance in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction It is almost 30 years since the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts, creating the new Local Governance Framework in India, were made operational in April 1993. The Acts, focused on enabling democratic decentralization, have provisions that devolved a range of powers and responsibilities to local elected bodies and made… Continue reading Issues with Local Governance in India – Explained, pointwise
Draft Telecommunication Bill, 2022 – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), under the Union Ministry of Communications has released the Draft Telecommunication Bill, 2022 for public comments. The Bill seeks to replace the colonial era legislation that regulated the sector, the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885. Experts have praised the Bill for some progressive steps. At the… Continue reading Draft Telecommunication Bill, 2022 – Explained, pointwise
The poor conditions of protectors
Synopsis: Despite the difficult nature of their duties, the police are neglected a lot. Introduction There have been many instances where our forces lost their lives in the line of duty. To pay tribute to those forces, October 21 is celebrated as Police Commemoration Day. What is the story behind October 21? On October 21,… Continue reading The poor conditions of protectors
PM action plan: Single environment Act, birth certificate for citizenship, jobs clause in FTAs
What is the News? The Government of India has prepared a comprehensive 60-point action plan following the Prime Minister’s marathon meeting with secretaries of all departments and ministries. What are the key features of the 60 point action plan? The plan is targeted at specific ministries and departments and mainly focuses on three areas. These… Continue reading PM action plan: Single environment Act, birth certificate for citizenship, jobs clause in FTAs
Shipping Minister launches ‘MyPortApp’ for digital monitoring of port operations
What is the news? Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways launched a port mobile application called “MyPortApp” in Kolkata today. Also, inauguration of a 1 Mega Watt solar plant in Haldia port to produce renewable energy for port operations. What are some key features of the “MyPortApp”? The App includes all port details digitally and monitor operations virtually, is aimed to promote… Continue reading Shipping Minister launches ‘MyPortApp’ for digital monitoring of port operations
The fund without a care for the RTI
Synopsis: The PM openly seeks support for donations towards PM CARES. But given the non-transparent nature of this fund, it needs to be closely scrutinized. Introduction Transparency is the cornerstone of any democracy. The government demonstrated it with the enactment of the RTI Act. However, recent incidents around the PM CARES fund raise many questions.… Continue reading The fund without a care for the RTI
