MPPSC MAINS 2017 Paper-II

Points to Remember: Definition of malnutrition and its various forms. Goals and implementation of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS). Effectiveness of MDMS in combating malnutrition. Challenges and limitations of MDMS. Suggestions for improvement and future directions. Introduction: Malnutrition, a broad term encompassing both undernutrition and overnutrition, represents a serious public health challenge globally. Undernutrition, characterized … Read more

Points to Remember: High prevalence of anemia among women in Madhya Pradesh. Underlying causes: nutritional deficiencies, infections, poor sanitation, and socioeconomic factors. Government initiatives and their effectiveness. Need for multi-pronged approach involving healthcare, nutrition, and social interventions. Introduction: Anemia, a condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, is … Read more

Points to Remember: ASHA’s role in maternal and child health. ASHA’s impact on awareness and utilization of health services. Challenges faced by ASHAs in Madhya Pradesh. Suggestions for improvement and strengthening the ASHA program. Introduction: The Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) program is a crucial component of India’s National Rural Health Mission (NRHM), aiming to … Read more

Points to Remember: Law’s role in shaping social norms and behavior. Law’s limitations in effecting societal change. The interplay between law, social attitudes, and enforcement. The importance of access to justice and legal literacy. The potential for both positive and negative consequences of legal interventions. Introduction: Law, a system of rules created and enforced through … Read more

Points to Remember: Key features of the Copenhagen Convention Its objectives and goals Successes and limitations Relevance to current environmental challenges Introduction: The Copenhagen Convention, officially known as the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), is an international environmental treaty adopted at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 and entered … Read more

Points to Remember: Weak implementation and lack of political will. Inadequate investigation and prosecution of cases. Social stigma and fear of retaliation. Lack of awareness among the affected communities. Systemic biases within the justice system. Introduction: The Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 (POA Act), was enacted to prevent atrocities against Scheduled Tribes (STs) … Read more

Points to Remember: The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA) Legal provisions for protection and redressal Empowerment through access to justice and resources Limitations and challenges in implementation Suggestions for improved effectiveness Introduction: Women’s empowerment is a multifaceted process encompassing social, economic, and political dimensions. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence … Read more

Points to Remember: Aims of WTO: To regulate international trade, reduce trade barriers, and ensure fair competition. Functions of WTO: Administering trade agreements, settling trade disputes, providing a forum for trade negotiations. Impact on India: Both positive (increased exports, foreign investment) and negative (challenges for domestic industries, loss of policy autonomy). Introduction: The World Trade … Read more

Points to Remember: The Dowry Prohibition Act of 1961 aims to curb the practice of dowry in India. The Act criminalizes the giving, taking, or demanding of dowry. Despite the Act, dowry remains a prevalent issue in India. Enforcement of the Act faces challenges due to societal norms and lack of awareness. Introduction: The Dowry … Read more

Points to Remember: UJJAWALA Scheme’s objectives and target beneficiaries. Services provided under the scheme. Effectiveness of the scheme in combating atrocities against women. Challenges and limitations faced by the scheme. Suggestions for improvement and future directions. Introduction: UJJAWALA (meaning “bright light” in Hindi) is a flagship scheme of the Government of India aimed at providing … Read more