Welfare Schemes

Despite economic growth, multidimensional poverty continues to persist in India. Analyse the underlying causes and discuss the measures taken by the government to address them.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes

To what extent has the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, launched in 2015, succeeded in addressing the declining child sex ratio and empowering the girl child? Suggest measures to enhance its impact at the grassroots level.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Welfare SchemesWomen and Gender

Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are emerging as vehicles of socio-economic transformation in rural India. Examine the role of government in scaling their reach and effectiveness.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyWelfare Schemes

How is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) emerging as a business-led solution for addressing development challenges in India?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Policy Design and ImplementationNGOs, SHGs and Civil Society

How effective have the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR) and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan been in addressing substance abuse in India?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Welfare SchemesPolicy Design and Implementation

India faces a paradox of food surplus and nutritional deficit. Analyse the structural reasons behind this paradox and suggest reform strategies.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes

Freebies in electoral politics have sparked debate over their impact on governance in India. Differentiate between freebies and welfare measures, and examine their impact on governance.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Policy Design and ImplementationElections and Representation

The SHG-Bank Linkage Programme has been hailed as an indigenous tool for poverty alleviation in India. Examine its impact on improving rural livelihoods and reducing multi-dimensional poverty.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger

The focus of welfare schemes in India is shifting from "well-being" towards "over-dependency". In light of this, do you agree that welfare schemes have inculcated a "freebies culture" in India leading to a divergence of focus from poverty and hunger alleviation?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes

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

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes

Discuss the role of microfinance institutions (MFI) in rural financial empowerment in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation

Demographic transition demands renewed focus on healthcare intervention patterns. Discuss the statement in the light of geriatric health in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

HealthVulnerable Sections

'The Forest Rights Act, 2006 was a historic effort in doing justice to the tribal community.' Evaluate the status of its implementation and suggest measures for improvement.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Vulnerable SectionsWelfare Schemes

Safely managed drinking water services, as desired by Jal Jeevan Mission, are designated to give multifarious benefits cutting across generations. Discuss. Also, elaborate upon the challenges in ensuring the mission's success.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes

Discuss the unique challenges and opportunities Self Help Groups (SHGs) encounter in urban areas compared to rural ones, and how can microfinance be adapted to tackle urban poverty.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger

Rising informality in employment raises the concern for social security. Discuss the statement with reference to platform workers.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Policy Design and ImplementationVulnerable Sections

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.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections

How far do you think a caste census is a necessary step toward realising the goals of social justice and equitable development, despite the administrative challenges it poses?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Vulnerable SectionsWelfare Schemes

"Universal basic services and targeted welfare are fiscally sound, but competitive populism may hinder productive investment." In this context, highlight the constitutional and legal perspectives on welfare provisioning and discuss the impacts of the rising freebie culture.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Directive Principles and DutiesPolicy Design and Implementation

Legislation like Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act 1989 remains mere legal documents without intense sensitization of public functionaries and the civil society. Discuss.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Vulnerable SectionsWelfare Schemes

"Women-centric welfare schemes need to move beyond welfare to empowerment." Examine in the context of key women-centric welfare schemes.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Welfare SchemesWomen and Gender

Do you agree with the view that time has come to formulate an Urban Employment Guarantee scheme at the national level?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Policy Design and ImplementationPoverty and Hunger

The ‘third gender’ has not yet been engendered in the Indian society despite legislative nudge. Analyse.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Vulnerable SectionsWelfare Schemes

The recent acknowledgment of sex work as a 'profession' by the Supreme Court is merely the first step in ensuring basic rights and equality for sex workers in India. Examine.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Vulnerable SectionsFundamental Rights