Karnataka likely to start movement against VB-G RAM G Act, start its own schemes
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Why in news
The Karnataka government is considering a new scheme to address rural employment while opposing the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act, 2025.
Background
The Karnataka Cabinet condemned the repeal of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). The state government argues that the proposed VB-G RAM G Act centralizes power and increases financial burden while favoring contractors over local communities.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillMGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
- Act / BillVB-G RAM G Act: Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025
- FactKarnataka government is considering a new scheme to address rural employment and livelihood concerns
For Mains
Q. Critically examine the shift from MGNREGA to the proposed VB-G RAM G Act in the context of rural employment guarantees and federalism.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: State concerns over centralization of power and loss of local autonomy in employment schemes
- Contractor bias: Risk of private contractorsprioritizing profit over community-led livelihood outcomes
- Fiscal burden: Concerns regarding the increased financial strain on state budgets under the new legislative framework
Keywords: Rural employment · Federalism · Livelihood security · Decentralization · Contractual oversight
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