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The National Food Security Act (NFSA), enacted in 2013, is a groundbreaking legislation with the ambitious goal of ensuring the fundamental right to food and nutrition for a significant portion of India’s population. The act transforms food security from a welfare approach to a rights-based entitlement. Key Provisions of the NFSA Subsidized foodgrains: NFSA mandates that … Read more
The Sampoorna Bima Gram Yojana (SBG Yojana) is a government-sponsored initiative aimed at increasing insurance penetration in rural India and providing a social security net to those living in villages. The scheme seeks to ensure that entire villages have access to affordable insurance products, covering life, accident, disability, and other risks. Key Objectives of SBG … Read more
The Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY), launched in 2015, is a centrally sponsored scheme that encourages organic farming in cluster-based mode. The scheme recognizes that traditional and indigenous agricultural practices have inherent strengths rooted in sustainability and harmony with nature. PKVY seeks to leverage this wisdom for promoting chemical-free cultivation and enhancing the income of … Read more
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), launched in 2000, is a flagship initiative by the Government of India aimed at providing all-weather road connectivity to unconnected rural habitations. This ambitious scheme plays a pivotal role in bridging the rural-urban divide, driving inclusive development, and transforming the lives of millions of people in India’s villages. … Read more
The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY) is a multifaceted government scheme launched in 2020 in response to the economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The scheme aims to alleviate the hardships faced by India’s most vulnerable citizens and provide immediate relief in the sectors most affected by the crisis. Key Objectives of PMGKY … Read more
The National Nutrition Mission, popularly known as POSHAN Abhiyaan (Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nutrition), is a flagship program launched in 2018 by the Government of India. It represents a concerted effort to tackle the multi-faceted problem of malnutrition in the country. India’s Malnutrition Challenge India faces a unique challenge referred to as the … Read more
The Nai Roshni Scheme, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, aims to empower and instill confidence among women belonging to minority communities. Launched in 2012-2013, the scheme focuses on providing leadership development training, awareness programs, and skill development opportunities, enabling women to break societal barriers and achieve self-reliance. Key Objectives of the … Read more