The Union government requested States and Union Territories to organize special gram sabhas to raise awareness about the newly enacted Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgaar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025

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The Union government requested States and Union Territories to organize special gram sabhas to raise awareness about the newly enacted Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgaar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025.

Background

The Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgaar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, aims to strengthen rural employment and livelihood diversification. The Ministry of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj will monitor the progress of the awareness campaign across states.

Facts for Prelims

• Act / BillViksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgaar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025
• BodyMinistry of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj is the nodal ministry for monitoring the mission
• FactThe scheme provides guaranteed access to wage employment and sustainable livelihood opportunities

For Mains

Q. Discuss how the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgaar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, can address rural unemployment and promote livelihood diversification in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Inclusion gap: Ensuring representation of SC/ST and women in gram sabha deliberations
• Institutional oversight: Monitoring mechanisms of the Ministry of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj
• Livelihood diversification: Transitioning from wage-dependency to sustainable rural livelihood models

Keywords: livelihood diversification · rural employment · gram sabha · social inclusion · sustainable development

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