MPPSC MAINS 2016 Paper-III

Points to Remember: Types of agricultural subsidies in India. Impact of subsidies on agricultural productivity. Positive and negative consequences of subsidies. Suggestions for improving the subsidy system. Introduction: Agricultural subsidies in India play a significant role in shaping the country’s food security and farmer livelihoods. These subsidies, provided by the central and state governments, aim … Read more

Points to Remember: High unemployment rates in India. Correlation between unemployment and poverty. Impact of unemployment on various sections of society. Government initiatives to address unemployment and poverty. Challenges in implementing these initiatives. Need for a multi-pronged approach. Introduction: The statement “Unemployment and poverty are both curses in India” reflects a stark reality. India, despite … Read more

Points to Remember: Key objectives of the 12th Five-Year Plan (India, 2012-2017). Assessment of the plan’s success in achieving its objectives. Critical analysis including both achievements and shortcomings. Policy recommendations for future planning. Introduction: India’s 12th Five-Year Plan (2012-2017), titled “Faster, Sustainable and More Inclusive Growth,” aimed to accelerate economic growth while addressing social inequalities … Read more

Points to Remember: MGNREGA’s core objective: Guaranteed employment to rural households. Its impact on poverty reduction, rural development, and social inclusion. Challenges faced by the scheme: implementation issues, fund allocation, corruption. Relevance in present conditions: climate change adaptation, rural employment generation, social safety net. Future improvements: technological integration, skill development, focus on sustainable development. Introduction: … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition of Financial Inclusion Key aspects of Financial Inclusion (access, usage, quality) Role of government policies and initiatives since the 11th Five-Year Plan Impact on economic development (poverty reduction, employment, financial stability) Challenges and future directions Introduction: Financial inclusion refers to the process of ensuring that all individuals and businesses have access … Read more

Points to Remember: Objectives of PDS in MP: Poverty alleviation, food security, nutritional improvement, price stabilization. Limitations of PDS in MP: Leakage, corruption, inefficient targeting, inadequate infrastructure, storage issues, lack of awareness. Introduction: The Public Distribution System (PDS) is a crucial government program aimed at ensuring food security and nutritional well-being for vulnerable populations. In … Read more

Points to Remember: Food security encompasses availability, access, utilization, and stability of food. Buffer stock is a government-held reserve of food grains to stabilize prices and ensure supply during shortages. The Public Distribution System (PDS) relies heavily on buffer stocks. Other factors influencing food security include production, infrastructure, and income levels. Introduction: Food security is … Read more

Points to Remember: Recent trends in Madhya Pradesh’s money market. Key players and their roles. Growth and challenges faced. Policy implications and future outlook. Introduction: The money market in Madhya Pradesh, like in other Indian states, plays a crucial role in facilitating short-term borrowing and lending, influencing liquidity, and supporting economic activity. It encompasses a … Read more

Points to Remember: History and evolution of the cooperative movement in Madhya Pradesh. Types of cooperatives prevalent in the state. Economic contributions: employment generation, poverty reduction, rural development. Challenges faced by the movement. Government policies and support. Future prospects and recommendations. Introduction: The cooperative movement in Madhya Pradesh (MP), like in other parts of India, … Read more

Points to Remember: Social Security’s impact on rural income and employment. Access and coverage issues in rural areas. Strengthening mechanisms: financial sustainability, outreach, and integration with other rural development programs. Role of technology and financial inclusion. Introduction: Social Security, encompassing various social protection programs like pensions, health insurance, and unemployment benefits, plays a crucial role … Read more