The Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006 recognizes the importance of inclusivity and accessibility, especially for marginalized communities like Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers. One of the ways it does this is by supporting the use of local languages in its implementation. Some of the measures include developing Documentation in Local Languages, Gram Sabha […]
India’s rapid population growth has warranted an increased demand for energy. Industries and offices are shifting towards the relatively cost-effective and renewable energy resource, solar panels. The government’s proposal to offer homeowners subsidized solar energy has helped them gain respite from soaring electricity bills. The schemes make solar a viable and enticing option for homeowners,
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On the main page, guidelines and conditions for the support for Grant NGOs have been mentioned and the online portal for grant-in-aid schemes has been linked. The prioritisation guidelines for funding projects by voluntary organisations are also given. The procedure for processing Grant in Aid cases concerning voluntary organisations has been given. The monitoring and
Guide to Assist NGOs/Humanitarian Work by ‘Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment’ Read More »
Agricultural assistance mechanisms provided by Government of India.
Vikaspedia: Guide for Government Agriculture Resources & Schemes Read More »
There are several government schemes targeted towards improving the quality of life of the citizens. Some of them include MGNREGA, National Family Benefit Scheme and Shravanbal Yojana
Sarkari Yojna: List of Government Schemes in Maharashtra (English/Marathi) Read More »
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has put up several resources for the citizens to be able to access information about government initiatives and schemes meant for them. There are several instructional manuals such as the manual for National Fellowship for Students, available in both English and Hindi. There is an Instruction Manual for the Umang
Scholarship Portal for Students by Ministry of Tribal Affairs Read More »
Strengthening the Gram Panchyat plays a vital role in creating local participation and self governance. This story from Odisha is the predicament.
Odisha: Sustainable Local Governance Through Public Participation Read More »
Niti Aayog takes care of the day to day policies, decision making and implementation in the nation
Niti Aayog: Fostering Implementation of SDGs and Federalism Read More »
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has come up with several schemes and initiatives to help women ascertain their place in Panchayati Raj Institutions.
Panchayati Raj: Strengthening Women’s Local Leadership Read More »
Mahararshtra government’s educational initiatives to educate every child
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