SCHEMES

GS II-Schemes Why in News? The Central Government extended the PM CARES for Children Scheme until 28th February 2022, providing vital support to children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic. About the Scheme Launched on: 29th May 2021 Aim: To provide comprehensive care, protection, and long-term support to children who lost …

GS II-Schemes   Context: The 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada is being observed from April 8 to 23, 2025. About Poshan Pakhwada Poshan Pakhwada is a yearly nationwide campaign under the broader framework of Poshan Abhiyaan, dedicated to enhancing nutritional outcomes—particularly among women and children. Primary Goal: To eliminate malnutrition …

GS2 – Ministry of Finance – Government Schemes The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) has completed ten years since its inception, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey of financial inclusion and micro-enterprise support. Objectives of PMMY: Launched by the Ministry of Finance, the scheme is intended to provide collateral-free …

GS II-Initiatives About the Program KIRTI is a significant component of the Khelo India initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. Objective: To foster a strong sports culture among students aged 9 to 18 years, ultimately enhancing India’s potential to secure medals in international competitions. The program …

GS II-Schemes The Government of India has released operational guidelines for implementing the ‘Incentives to DISCOMs’ component under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, a scheme introduced by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). Objectives of the Scheme The initiative seeks to expand solar rooftop capacity and enable …

GS II-Schemes Context The PM Internship Scheme app was introduced to streamline the application process after the pilot phase saw limited participation. Overview of the Scheme Objective: The scheme aims to facilitate internships for 1 crore youth over five years in India’s top 500 companies, bridging the gap between academic …

GS II-SCHEMES Introduction The PM Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) is a micro-credit initiative introduced by the Government of India to support urban street vendors. A recent State Bank of India (SBI) study highlighted the scheme’s success, noting that 43% of beneficiaries are women street vendors. Overview of the …

GS II-SCHEMES Why is it in the News? The Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) does not receive direct financial allocations from either the Central or State Governments. Instead, the projects under this scheme are financed through funds accumulated under the District Mineral Foundation Trust (DMF). According to Section …

GS II-WELFARE The Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) and the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) are two crucial government initiatives aimed at providing financial assistance during emergencies. While both funds serve a similar purpose, they differ in their structure, governance, and …

GS II- Schemes Context: A recent Parliamentary Standing Committee has suggested making the Aadhaar-Based Payment System (ABPS) optional for MGNREGA workers. This comes in response to exclusion errors and delays in wage payments caused by Aadhaar-related discrepancies. Key Findings of the House Panel: Challenges with ABPS: Many eligible workers faced …

GS II-Schemes The Ministry of Education has introduced PM-YUVA 3.0 (Young, Upcoming, and Versatile Authors), a scheme aimed at nurturing young writers under the age of 30. This initiative seeks to encourage reading, writing, and literary culture while also promoting Indian literature on a global scale. Key Features Objective: To …

GS2: Schemes Launched: Union Budget 2022-23 Ministry: Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) Objective: To fund infrastructure and social development projects in the North East Objectives Infrastructure Growth: Improve connectivity and boost economic activities Social Development: Enhance healthcare, education, and livelihoods Entrepreneurship: Promote startups and business ventures Sustainability: …

GS 2 Schemes The Restructured National Bamboo Mission (NBM) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched by the Government of India under the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). It was revamped in 2018-19 to boost bamboo sector development by promoting sustainable farming, processing, and product diversification. Objectives of Restructured NBM …

GS 2 Schemes Overview – Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a centrally sponsored maternity benefit scheme launched by the Government of India in 2017 under the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It aims to provide financial assistance to pregnant and lactating women for their first child to …

GS 2 Schemes Objective: The scheme aims to offer internships to 1 crore youth over a span of five years in 500 leading companies. Skill Development & Employability: Designed to enhance employability by providing practical work experience across various industries, the initiative emphasizes skill development. Contribution to Atmanirbhar Bharat: It …

GS 2-Schemes Objective Provide internship opportunities to address youth unemployment and equip young people with practical skills in a real-world environment. Key Features Internship Opportunities: Aims to provide internships to 1 crore youth over the next five years. Stipend: Monthly stipend of ₹4,500 from the government. Additional ₹500 from companies …

GS 2 – Schemes   Celebrates the energy, determination, talent, zeal, and enthusiasm of children across India, recognizing their outstanding contributions. It is the most prestigious national award given to children in India. Administered by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India. Awarded annually to commendable children under …

GS 2 – Schemes  The Namaste Scheme (National Action Plan for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem) is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Government of India to eliminate hazardous manual scavenging and promote the adoption of modern and mechanized sanitation practices. Objectives Eradicate Manual Scavenging: Replace manual scavenging with mechanized cleaning …