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Tribal areas fight against the irregular implementation of Forest Right Act

Change Stories, Governance | , , , , ,

Irregular implementation of the Forest Rights Act due to lethargy and ambiguity has rendered some tribal communities in Maharashtra strangers in their own homes. They are often harassed by Forest Officials and restricted access to the resources of the forest they help nurture all in the name of a law enacted in 1980. Frustrated by […]

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Anganwadis: Combating Child Hunger and Empowering Communities in India

Anganwadis: Combating Child Hunger and Empowering Communities in India

Health and Nutrition, Public Policies

Anganwadis, meaning “courtyard shelters” in Indian languages, have played a crucial role in addressing child hunger, malnutrition, and early childhood development in India. Established by the Indian government in 1975 as part of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program, Anganwadis serve as the focal point for implementing various health, nutrition, and early learning initiatives.

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POSHAN: Revolutionizing Nutrition in India through Convergence and Targeted Action

Health and Nutrition, Public Policies

Poshan Abhiyaan is a mission launched in India with the objective of improving the nutritional status of children (0-6 years), adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. It adopts a target-based approach and aims to tackle malnutrition through a comprehensive and converged effort. The mission focuses on achieving specific targets, including reducing stunting, under-nutrition, anemia

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Specialized Services and Facilities in Regional Hospitals of Maharashtra

Data, Health and Nutrition

The healthcare system in Maharashtra comprises District Hospitals, Sub District Hospitals, and Rural Hospitals, each offering a range of specialized services and facilities. District Hospitals provide a comprehensive array of specialities, including General Surgery, General Medicine, OBGY, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Anesthesia, Radiology, and more. These hospitals are equipped with Intensive Care Units (ICUs) consisting of six

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Maternity Benefit Act protects pregnant women's employment

Maternity Benefit Act protects pregnant women’s employment

Health and Nutrition, Public Policies

The Maternity Benefit Act, of 1961 is legislation enacted by the Parliament of India to regulate the employment of women in certain establishments and provide them with maternity benefits and other related benefits. The Act extends to the entire country and came into force on a date notified in the Official Gazette by the Central

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A Nation-wide Health Survey of Indian Families

Health and Nutrition, Reports

The National Family Health Survey 2019-20 (NFHS-5) is a comprehensive study that sheds light on population, health, and nutrition in India and its states and union territories. Conducted by the esteemed International Institute for Population Sciences, this survey aims to provide high-quality data on health and family welfare, enabling the evaluation of ongoing programs and

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Accessibility of School in Tribal Areas and its Implications on Educational Inclusiveness

Accessibility of School in Tribal Areas and its Implications on Educational Inclusiveness

Education, Reports

This case study by NCERT delves deep into the positive correlation between school accessibility and attendance. More specifically, it highlights the undeniable role that unfavorable terrain plays in preventing tribals from reaching their schools as easily as you and I. Explore a compelling case study from Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, offering replicable solutions for enhancing

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