Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.
2. National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has played a crucial role in addressing the concerns and challenges faced by Scheduled Tribes in India, contributing to their overall development and empowerment. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3 and mentioned as part of Mission-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the NCST, its roles and impact on empowerment of tribals.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of NCST.
Body:
First, write about the roles and responsibilities of NCST – safeguard the rights and interests of Scheduled Tribes, promoting welfare, preventing exploitation, reviewing constitutional safeguards, providing advisory roles, and monitoring implementation etc.
Next, write about the various measures taken by the NCST for the welfare of tribals – investigating violations, reviewing welfare programs, making recommendations to the government, promoting educational and economic development, conducting awareness programs, and submitting annual reports on tribal welfare measures etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
