New bodies for upliftment of deprived communities
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims·
Why in news
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the formation of new development corporations and specific infrastructure projects in the 17th Budget to uplift marginalized communities.
Background
The Karnataka government announced the formation of the Karnataka Adivasi Development Corporation, a Scheduled Tribes Commission, and a Buddhist Development Corporation. The budget includes a ₹100 crore allocation for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Nomadic and Semi-nomadic Development Corporation.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyKarnataka Adivasi Development Corporation: newly proposed body for tribal upliftment
- Fact₹100 crore allocated for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Nomadic and Semi-nomadic Development Corporation
- PlaceFour special residential schools with CBSE curriculum to be established in revenue divisions named after Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
- FactTen working women's hostels for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes women to be built across various cities
For Mains
Q. Examine the role of specialized development corporations and targeted infrastructure in addressing the socio-economic disparities faced by marginalized communities in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional efficacy: Evaluating the impact of dedicated corporations versus integrated welfare schemes
- Infrastructure gap: Addressing specific needs like safe housing and nutrition for nomadic and tribal populations
Keywords: marginalized communities · socio-economic upliftment · targeted intervention · institutional framework · inclusive growth
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