Source: PIB Context: The Government of India will launch ‘NAVYA’, a pilot initiative to skill adolescent girls, in Uttar Pradesh, under the Viksit Bharat@2047 Vision. About NAVYA Initiative: What is NAVYA? NAVYA stands for “Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls.” It is a new government pilot programme focused on skilling girls aged …
Context: The Gender Budget allocation in the Union Budget 2025-26 increased to ₹4.49 lakh crore, marking a 37.25% rise from ₹3.27 lakh crore in 2024-25. What is Gender Budget? Gender Budgeting is a fiscal tool aimed at promoting gender equality by ensuring government resources are allocated to uplift women and girls. Introduced in 2005-06, it …
Syllabus: Economics Source: IE Context: Cash transfers, such as the Mahila Samman Yojana in Delhi, have sparked debates about their efficacy. Critics view them as populist measures that strain state finances, while proponents argue they empower marginalized communities, especially women. What Are Cash Transfers? Cash transfers are direct payments made by governments to individuals or …
