Social Justice

Issues with the Implementation of Government Policies Bureaucratic Delays Government policies often require collaboration between multiple agencies and departments, leading to administrative bottlenecks, red tapism, and delays in implementation. Example: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) (Housing for All) faced delays … Continue reading →

Importance of Multi-Sectoral Participation Definition: Multi-sectoral participation refers to the collaboration and involvement of multiple sectors—such as government, private enterprises, civil society, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and communities—in addressing developmental challenges. Importance Total Approach Multi-sectoral participation ensures that development challenges are … Continue reading →

Community Participation in Development Focus Points Decentralisation and Local Governance The establishment of Panchayat Raj under the 73rd Amendment ensured local participation in the local body governance which helped to identify the local needs like infrastructure, sanitation, education, and healthcare. … Continue reading →

Vocational Education Objectives Vocational education in India plays a critical role in providing skills and training for employment in various trades and industries, helping bridge the gap between formal education and practical workforce needs.  It focuses on skill development, enhancing … Continue reading →

Right to Education (RTE) Constitutional Provisions Fundamental Rights Article 15(1)(3) Article 21A – Right to Education Article 30 – Power to minorities to establish and manage their own educational institutions. DPSP Article 45 – Right to free and compulsory education. … Continue reading →

Primary Education in India Access and Enrollment: India has achieved near-universal enrollment at the primary level, with a Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) of over 95% due to government initiatives like Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and the Right to Education Act (RTE). … Continue reading →

National Framework of Early Childhood Stimulation (NFECS), 2024 Target Group: NFECS focuses on children aged from birth to three years. Aim: Empower caregivers and Anganwadi workers with knowledge and tools for optimal early stimulation. Promote holistic child development, encompassing physical, … Continue reading →

Higher Education in India Definition: Denotes the tertiary level education that is imparted after 12 years of schooling. This includes undergraduate courses such as bachelor’s degrees, postgraduate courses such as master’s degrees and doctoral programs, as well as professional courses. … Continue reading →

Foreign Institutions in Higher Education Policy Backing NEP 2020 has proposed allowing top global universities to establish campuses in India. This marks a significant shift in the country’s approach to foreign institutions. Regulation The University Grants Commission (UGC) and All … Continue reading →

Education Constitutional Provisions The 86th Amendment Act, 2002 added the Right to Education as a fundamental right under Article 21 A, changed the subject matter of Article 45, and added a Fundamental duty under article 51 A.  Article 21 A: … Continue reading →