Source: TH Subject: Society and Vulnerable sections Context: Despite 18 years of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, Andhra Pradesh continues to report a high incidence of child marriage, highlighting gaps between law and social reality. About Child Marriages in India: What it is? Child marriage refers to the formal or informal union where …
Context: Gujarat’s Dahod district has gained attention for a play-based early childhood education model in Anganwadi centres, where the UNICEF-supported “Pa Pa Pagli” initiative has improved learning outcomes and confidence among children aged 3–6 years. About Pa Pa Pagli Project: What it is? “Pa Pa Pagli (First Steps of the Child)” is a play-oriented pre-school …
Source: DD News Context: The 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada began on April, with a spotlight on early childhood nutrition, and the government’s Palna Scheme is being promoted as a key childcare intervention under Mission Shakti. About Palna Scheme: What it is? Palna is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides quality crèche services for children …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: PIB Context: The Union Minister for Women and Child Development recently launched the “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign”, a national initiative aimed at eradicating child marriage in India by engaging multiple stakeholders and leveraging technology. The campaign focuses on reducing child marriage rates to below 5% by 2029. About Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign: …
