GS2 · 10 marks · 150 words

In order to pass the ultimate test of good governance, welfare state should be close to the people, responsive to their aspirations, and inclusive in its approach. Discuss with special reference to PM PVTG Development Mission.

Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Welfare SchemesVulnerable SectionsSC, ST and OBC

Syllabus: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.

How toppers approached it

From 3 of the 4 answers · about 100 words · 67% drew a diagram.

Opening

  • A definition2 of 3
  • A figure1 of 3

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  • Points3 of 3

Close

  • A way forward2 of 3
  • A summary1 of 3

The toppers’ answers

Aayushi BansalAIR 7 · CSE 2024 · 102 wordsTheir whole copy

Opening · a definition

Good governance is based on participation, inclusiveness, equity, efficiency, rule of law, transparency & accountability (UNDP).

Good governance → Welfare state

Body · points

a) Close to people

  1. Reaching the last mile for effective delivery.

  2. PM PVTG → for most vulnerable tribes

Diagram
- PM PVTG - saturation of services like health, edu → services close to pple

b) Responsive to aspirations

  1. Timely redressal of grievances.

  2. Including participation, demand & needs based programmes.

  3. PM-PVTG → controlled integration with development agenda.

c) Inclusive

  1. support all vulnerable sections

  2. PM-PVTG → includes most under-developed tribes:

Diagram
- PM-PVTG - 'primitive' agriculture - low literacy - declining/stagnant population

Close · a way forward

PM-PVTG Development Mission must be implemented in close collaboration with tribals, preserving their local culture, access to basic services & inclusive growth.

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