What is facial recognition technology? How is it being used by the government? Examine the issues associated with it.

Facial recognition is an algorithm-based technology which creates a digital map of the face by identifying and mapping an individual’s facial features. Then through an automated process, it compares two images of faces to determine whether they represent the same ..

Topics: GS-II: E Governance Applications Models Successes Limitations Potential • GS-III: Recent Developments in It Space Computers Robotics Nano Technology Bio Technology • GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology • GS-III: Cyber Security in India

Examine how direct benefit transfers have changed the public service delivery in India.

The direct benefit transfer scheme of India has been lauded as a “logistical marvel” by the international monetary fund, for its achievement to reach millions of people and specifically benefiting women, the elderly and farmers. What is DBT: It is ..

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

Discuss the potential of artificial intelligence in improving the effectiveness of e-governance in India.

Artificial intelligence (AI) will play a major role in ushering the fourth industrial revolution and it will touch each and every facet of our life in the upcoming future. Potential of artificial intelligence in E-governance: Data analysis and finding patterns ..

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Highlight the potential of recent technological advancements to usher into an era of good governance using the tool of e-governance.

E governance is the use of information and communication technologies to provide government services. Potential of e-governance: Availability of geographic information system (GIS) mapping can aid urban planning in flood prone areas. Use of satellite technology aids damage assessment of ..

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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 ..

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Highlight the key components of SWAMITVA scheme and its intended benefits. Also, discuss the potential issues in its implementation.

Land records and their digitization is the key to India’s development in various sectors and hence have been emphasized upon by the government. SWAMITVA scheme of government tries to digitize all the land records of India to help in its ..

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