‘Centre of Choice’ Facility for PwBD Candidates

Context: UPSC has introduced a new ‘Centre of Choice’ facility ensuring that all Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates receive their preferred exam centre. About ‘Centre of Choice’ Facility for PwBD Candidates: What it is? A new UPSC initiative guaranteeing that every PwBD applicant is allotted the exam centre they select in their application form, …

Inclusive Growth and Disability Rights

Source: PIB Subject: Vulnerable Section Context: The International Day of Persons with Disabilities highlighted the WHO’s call for inclusive and equitable health financing for persons with disabilities. About Inclusive Growth and Disability Rights: What It Means? Inclusive growth and disability rights aim to ensure persons with disabilities (PwDs) participate fully in society through accessible infrastructure, …

Government Implements RPwD Act 2016

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Social Justice   Source: PIB  Context: The Government of India has implemented the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016 to establish accessibility standards for persons with disabilities. What are accessibility standards for persons with disabilities? Accessibility standards for persons with disabilities refer to guidelines and regulations that aim to …