Tag: Urban Governance

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Identify the major limitations of India’s current urban water infrastructure. Suggest comprehensive reforms to enhance climate resilience and ensure equitable access to water.

Topic: Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. Q2. Identify the major limitations of India’s current urban water infrastructure. Suggest comprehensive reforms to enhance climate resilience and ensure equitable access to water. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: …

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The 74th Amendment sought to institutionalise urban decentralisation. Critically analyse why this objective remains only partially fulfilled. Examine recent trends in state-level interventions. Suggest pathways for effective urban federalism.

Topic: Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Q3. The 74th Amendment sought to institutionalise urban decentralisation. Critically analyse why this objective remains only partially fulfilled. Examine recent trends in state-level interventions. Suggest pathways for effective urban federalism. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE  Why the question Recent trends …

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Vruthi Campaign

Context: Kerala launched the ‘Vruthi’ campaign in October 2024 to combat the rising waste crisis through mass public participation and decentralized solutions.   The recent ‘Clean Kerala Conclave 2025’ showcased innovative practices and collective achievements in waste management. About Vruthi Campaign: What is Vruthi? ‘Vruthi’ means cleanliness of body and mind. It is a statewide …

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Urbanisation in India has accelerated the fragmentation of traditional social institutions. Analyse the social consequences of weakening kinship and neighbourhood networks. Suggest strategies to build new urban solidarities.

Topic: Urbanization, their problems and their remedies. Q1. Urbanisation in India has accelerated the fragmentation of traditional social institutions. Analyse the social consequences of weakening kinship and neighbourhood networks. Suggest strategies to build new urban solidarities. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question The increasing evidence from studies like the 2022 World …

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Karad Sanitary Waste Management Model

Context: Karad city in Maharashtra’s Satara district has achieved 100% safe segregation, collection, and disposal of sanitary and biomedical waste, setting a national benchmark. About Karad Sanitary Waste Management Model: What it is? A comprehensive system ensuring complete safe disposal of sanitary waste through segregation, collection, and high-temperature incineration. How It Works? Collection: Red bins …

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Urbanisation and Behavioural Change

Syllabus: Urban Planning Source:  NIE Context: India’s urban population is projected to reach 40% by 2030, posing challenges like infrastructure strain and climate impact. Beyond policy and technology, fostering behavioral change is crucial to tackle these issues effectively. Need for Behavioral Change Officers Enhancing Urban Service Delivery: Cities like Indore’s transformation in waste management highlight …

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Women in Urban Governance

Context: The report “Roadmap for India’s City Systems Reforms,” released by the non-profit organization Janaagraha, highlights significant insights into urban governance in India  Key Data from the Report: Women Representation: Nearly 46% of councillors in India are women. In 19 out of 21 capital cities with active ULBs (e.g., Patna, Shimla, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar), over 60% …

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Urban Transformation Strategies in the Union Budget 2024-25

Syllabus: Geography/ Governance: Urban Governance Source: PIB Need for Urban Transformation Strategy Increasing Urban Population: Currently, urban areas constitute ~35% of India’s population; Expected to grow to 53% by 2047. Economic Contribution: Urban centres contribute ~66% to the national GDP; Expected to reach 80% by 2050. Key Issues: Infrastructure deficit. Rapidly deteriorating environment, including air …

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