{"id":34230,"date":"2024-12-24T19:28:14","date_gmt":"2024-12-24T13:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/?p=34230"},"modified":"2024-12-24T19:28:15","modified_gmt":"2024-12-24T13:58:15","slug":"indias-viksit-bharat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/24-12-2024\/indias-viksit-bharat","title":{"rendered":"India’s Path to a Viksit Bharat"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Syllabus: GS 3\/Economy <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Context<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • India’s youth are seen as the country’s greatest strength in driving the vision of a developed nation by 2047.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    About the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • The Viksit Bharat @2047 initiative<\/strong> envisions a developed India by the centenary of independence, focusing on inclusive development, sustainable progress, and effective governance, with youth playing a central role.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that youth are both the agents and beneficiaries of change.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Strategy\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • The Union Budget 2024-25 outlines a comprehensive strategy to achieve ‘Viksit Bharat’ by focusing on nine key priorities<\/strong> that aim to create abundant opportunities for all citizens.\n
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        • Productivity and resilience in Agriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Employment & Skilling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Inclusive Human Resource Development and Social Justice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Manufacturing & Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Urban Development\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Energy Security<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Innovation, Research & Development and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Next Generation Reforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
          Various Steps Taken<\/strong>
          – National Policy on Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (NPSDE)<\/strong> bridges gaps and expands apprenticeship opportunities.
          – Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) <\/strong>has trained 1.42 crore individuals since 2015.
          – Focus on Green Hydrogen and the PM Vishwakarm<\/strong>a initiative to upskill diverse populations.
          – The Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) <\/strong>focuses on long-term vocational training, with significant female participation.
          – The Ministry of Youth Affairs has transformed the National Youth Festival into the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue<\/strong>. This initiative aims to empower the youth to contribute to India’s development in a holistic manner.\u00a0
          – Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP): <\/strong>Digitalisation has modernised land records in rural India, resolving conflicts, reducing fraud, and enhancing transparency in land management.
          – APAAR ID<\/strong>: A digital academic identity for students, enabling smooth transitions and recognition of prior learning, facilitating educational opportunities and outcomes.
          – 5G Connectivity and Inclusivity: I<\/strong>ndia\u2019s digital transformation includes bringing 5G connectivity to remote areas, ensuring accessibility and promoting inclusivity across sectors like manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and agriculture.
          – PRAGATI Platform:<\/strong> A platform for real-time monitoring of projects worth \u20b918 lakh crore, ensuring timely implementation and efficient governance.
          – Aspirational Districts Program: <\/strong>Digital tools are used to address challenges in backward regions, promoting inclusive growth and development.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

          Key Challenges<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Economic Inequality<\/strong>: The stark economic disparity that exists between various regions, communities, and income groups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Skill Development and Education : <\/strong>\u00a0A large proportion of the youth still lacks the skills required for a rapidly changing job market, particularly in sectors like technology, healthcare, and sustainable industries.\n
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            • Moreover, the educational infrastructure in rural areas remains inadequate, leaving many students without access to high-quality learning.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Climate Change<\/strong>:\u00a0 The country faces serious environmental challenges, including air and water pollution, deforestation, and climate change impacts. Rapid industrialization, urbanization, and agricultural practices have put significant pressure on natural resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Governance and Corruption: <\/strong>Corruption and inefficiencies in public administration remain pervasive in many areas.\n
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              • This hampers progress and delays essential reforms.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Technological Impacts:<\/strong> Advancements in AI and technology boost productivity but pose risks such as labor market disruptions and income inequality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Conclusion and Way Forward\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                • India’s path to Viksit Bharat is paved with comprehensive initiatives aimed at fostering inclusive growth, enhancing productivity, and promoting sustainable development.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • By addressing key challenges and leveraging its demographic dividend, India is poised to achieve its vision of becoming a developed nation.\n
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                  • Strengthening institutions, improving transparency, and ensuring accountability at all levels of government are vital for creating a stable and thriving nation.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • The journey towards Viksit Bharat is not just a government mandate but a collective mission that involves every citizen, industry, and institution working towards a brighter and more prosperous future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Source :PIB<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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