CGPSC MAINS 2015 Paper-5

Points to Remember: Poverty reduction in rural areas. Women’s empowerment. Social mobilization and community participation. Financial inclusion and access to credit. Skill development and livelihood diversification. Infrastructure development and access to resources. Introduction: The National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), also known as Aajeevika, is a flagship program of the Government of India aimed at eradicating … Read more

Points to Remember: Objectives: Improved rural sanitation and water management. Implementation: Community participation, convergence of government schemes. Challenges: Sustainability, community ownership, monitoring and evaluation. Successes: Improved hygiene practices in some areas, increased awareness. Introduction: The Indira Gram Ganga (IGG) program is a rural sanitation and water management initiative implemented in the state of Chhattisgarh, India. … Read more

Points to Remember: Physical planning focuses on the spatial arrangement and utilization of land and resources. Financial planning focuses on the management of monetary resources to achieve financial goals. Both are crucial for sustainable and holistic development, but operate in distinct domains. Introduction: Effective planning is essential for both individual and societal well-being. It involves … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and nature of Non-Plan Expenditure. Sources of Non-Plan Expenditure. Distinction between Plan and Non-Plan Expenditure. Implications of high Non-Plan Expenditure. Measures to control Non-Plan Expenditure. Introduction: Government budgeting is a crucial aspect of fiscal policy, aiming to allocate resources effectively to achieve national goals. Government expenditure is broadly categorized into Plan … Read more

Points to Remember: Water scarcity is a growing global challenge. Conservation involves both reducing water consumption and protecting water quality. Multiple strategies are needed for effective water conservation. Sustainable water management requires community participation and policy support. Introduction: Water conservation refers to the careful and efficient use of water resources to ensure their availability for … Read more

Points to Remember: Kisan Samriddhi Yojana (KSY) is a flagship scheme of the Indian government. It aims to improve the income of farmers. It integrates various existing government schemes related to agriculture and allied activities. It focuses on providing comprehensive support to farmers. Introduction: Kisan Samriddhi Yojana (KSY) is a significant initiative launched by the … Read more

Points to Remember: Literacy rates among Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Chhattisgarh. Comparison with overall state literacy and national ST literacy. Factors contributing to low literacy among STs. Government initiatives and their effectiveness. Suggestions for improvement. Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, has a significant Scheduled Tribe population. Understanding their literacy levels is crucial for … Read more

Points to Remember: Occupational Diversity: Chhattisgarh’s occupational structure is diverse, reflecting its agrarian economy and growing industrial sector. Rural-Urban Divide: A significant disparity exists between rural and urban occupational patterns. Informal Sector Dominance: The informal sector plays a crucial role, employing a large portion of the workforce. Skill Gaps: A lack of skilled labor hinders … Read more

Points to Remember: Committed expenditures are those the government is legally obligated to make. Revenue expenditure is spending that doesn’t create assets. Chhattisgarh’s revenue expenditure is likely dominated by social services and salaries. Data on specific expenditure breakdowns is crucial for a complete answer. This answer will provide a framework, but precise figures require accessing … Read more

Points to Remember: Literacy rate changes in Chhattisgarh slums between 2001 and 2011. Data sources and their limitations. Factors contributing to changes (positive and negative). Comparison with overall state literacy rates. Policy implications and future directions. Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, has witnessed significant socio-economic changes since its formation in 2000. A crucial … Read more