The Hybrid Annuity Model has helped to increase investments in road infrastructure by rebalancing project risks between the public and private sectors. Discuss.

Hybrid annuity model involves government and private developer jointly investing in the project cost on a 40:60 ratio, with government payment in annual annuity is based on quality of work done. Balancing project risks between public and private sector: 40% ..

Topics: GS-III: Economic Growth Development • GS-III: Infrastructure Ports Roads Airports Railways • GS-III: Investment Models

The true potential of e-governance cannot be realized by solely focusing on the technological aspect, rather it involves ushering reforms in governance itself. Discussing the statement, suggest what should be done to address the situation.

E-governance involves delivery of government services to citizens through an electronic medium, ensuring transparency, speed, convenience and reducing instances of corruption and negative discretion. Need to usher reforms in governance: Lack of proper training of government officials. Reluctance to shift ..

Topics: GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters • GS-II: E Governance Applications Models Successes Limitations Potential

The NGOs and voluntary organizations are important for a vibrant economy. However, their role has come under scanner in recent times. In this context, highlight the need for self-regulatory guidelines and transparency mechanisms to restore the credibility of these organizations.

NGOs and voluntary organizations play a vital role in inclusive growth. Their importance has been highlighted in last mile delivery provided by them during Covid pandemic. However, some of these organizations have come under the scanner due to their alleged ..

Topics: GS-II: Pressure Groups and Formal Informal Associations • GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters

Social auditing can be used as an efficient tool for addressing the monitoring and implementation bottlenecks in success of government schemes in India. Enumerate the steps that have been taken by the government recently in this regard.

Implementation of government schemes have often been marred by monitoring and implementation challenges. Challenges: Lack of independent monitoring agencies. Lack of awareness among people about schemes and its modalities. Vast size and huge population of India makes monitoring a tough ..

Topics: GS-I: Social Empowerment Communalism Regionalism Secularism • GS-II: Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States • GS-III: Economic Growth Development

Highlight the indispensability of the doctrine of separation of powers for a democracy. Elucidate the principle of ‘checks and balances’ and discuss it in context of India.

Doctrine of separation of powers is integral to any democratic setup. Ensures proper checks and balances. Prevents tyranny of the executive. Ensure sanctity of constitution and fundamental rights. Provides avenues for citizens who have been wronged by any organ of ..

Topics: GS-II: Basic Structure Doctrine • GS-II: Separation of Powers Dispute Resolution Mechanisms

Keeping in view the poor performance of India in the World Press Freedom Index (WPFI), elucidate the importance of media for a democracy. Also, identify the issues affecting media in contemporary times and suggest measures to address them.

India’s dismal performance in WPFI is a cause of concern. Media is regarded as the fourth pillar of democracy and its health is of paramount importance. Issues: Curbing freedom of speech: censorships, indirect coercion. Violence against journalists. Paid news affecting ..

Topics: GS-I : Salient Features of Indian Society, Diversity of India • GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution