Policy Design and Implementation

Recently, demand has been rising in a state regarding enactment of Social Accountability law. How can such a law lead to good governance and boost citizens participation in decision-making? There is a need for convergence of "nutrition-specific" and "nutrition-sensitive" interventions to effectively tackle child undernutrition in India. Examine.

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Transparency and AccountabilityPolicy Design and Implementation

Neo-Liberal reforms and globalization have deeply transformed institutions of welfare state and set the ground for a new type of civil services". In this context, examine challenges faced in service delivery and suggest reforms.

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Civil ServicesPolicy Design and Implementation

The Indian pension system has evolved from the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) to the New Pension Scheme (NPS) and, now to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). In this context, discuss the issues associated with the NPS and evaluate the significance of the Unified Pension Scheme.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes

Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) addresses the need for interoperability in health services through a unified health interface. Elaborate its significance in digitising healthcare ecosystem.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

HealthE-Governance

"MGNREGA, lynchpin of rural poverty alleviation, has become victim of fiscal apathy". Critically analyze in light of recent developments. The budget for MGNREGA was cut in Budget 2023-24 by ~ 15%, in light of revival of economy and employment.

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Policy Design and ImplementationPoverty and Hunger

'Workplace automation is transforming industries by enhancing efficiency and productivity'. In this context, critically evaluate the social opportunities and risks associated with workplace automation in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Policy Design and ImplementationSocial Sector Services

Well-executed government initiatives often fail if operations and maintenance are not integral to the programme design. In the context of Swachh Bharat Mission in India, discuss how collective action and community ownership can ensure its long-term sustainability.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Policy Design and ImplementationTransparency and Accountability

To what extent, in your opinion, Self Help Groups (SHGs) in India have enabled women led development at grassroot level?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyWomen and Gender

Subsidies have morphed into a populist tool to achieve electoral objectives rather than developmental goals. Examine.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes

'Despite the growing harmful impact of online spaces on adolescents, curbing these negative effects remains a significant challenge'. Discuss the factors responsible for this challenge and suggest measures to protect adolescents in the digital age.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

ChildrenSocial Sector Services

‘The rapid growth of the gig economy in India has created new employment opportunities but also exposed significant social security challenges for gig workers’. Discuss these challenges and suggest how the rationalization of labour laws can aid their formalization and integration into the social safety net.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Policy Design and ImplementationVulnerable Sections

Success of welfare schemes depends on whether they are built on principles of participation and work within structures of accountability. Discuss.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Policy Design and ImplementationTransparency and Accountability