Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: IE
Context: The Karnataka government, facing severe drought conditions, has taken an unprecedented step by approaching the Supreme Court against the Union government for the delayed release of drought relief funds from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF).
- The state, grappling with extensive crop loss and water scarcity, had submitted a memorandum to the Centre requesting monetary aid.
- The petition filed in the Supreme Court cites violations of fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution, particularly Articles 14 and 21, pertaining to equality under the law and protection of life and personal liberty respectively.
The National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) is a governmental fund set up in India to specifically tackle situations arising out of natural calamities or disasters.
It was established based on the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission in 2010, replacing the erstwhile Calamity Relief Fund (CRF) and the National Calamity Contingency Fund (NCCF). The NDRF is managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
