Rural Prosperity, Kurushetra
Rural Prosperity, Kurushetra
Rural Prosperity, Kurushetra
RURAL PROSPERITY
SEPTEMBER, 2019
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GIST OF KURUKSHETERA
RURAL PROSPERITY
SEPTEMBER, 2019
Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................... 04
2. Government initiatives for social and economic security ......................................... 04
3. Rural Health .................................................................................................... 05
4. Suggestions for transformational changes in Rural health in India ............................ 06
5. Major government initiatives in Agriculture .......................................................... 07
6. Conclusion ...................................................................................................... 08
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INTRODUCTION:
! The Government is taking various initiatives to accelerate growth in rural India thereby catalysing
the growth of the Indian economy. About 70 per cent of India resides in its villages. Undoubtedly,
the growth of rural sector is central to the overall development of the country.
! The Government has been investing in vital areas such as energy, electricity, health, women
empowerment, agricultural initiatives and several social security schemes to build a strong foundation
for the sustainable growth od India’s rural sector. Hence, Rural development is fundamental to the
country’s progress.
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Social Security:
! It has been recognised as an instrument for social transformation and progress and must be
preserved, supported and developed as such.
! Social security is increasingly seen as an integral part of the development process which helps to
create a more positive attitude and not just to a structural and technological change but also the
challenge of globalisation and to its potential benefits in terms of greater efficiency and higher
productivity.
! Social security may refer to social insurance, where people receive benefits or services in recognition
of contribution to an insurance programme.
! It enables a small borrower to borrow from all Public Sector Banks such as PSUs, RRBs, MFI and
NBFCs.
! Provides an assured return of 8 per cent p.a payable monthly for 10 years.
! Under this scheme, all subscribing workers below the age of 40 are eligible for pension up to Rs.
5000 per month on attainment of 60 years of age.
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RURAL HEALTH:
! Rural health in India has made progress in terms of services and infrastructure in the last seven
decades. The period of 2002-17 has been argued as the first major health system reforms since
India’s independence. The period of 2017-19 has many similarities with the period of 2002-05 and
has potential to become the second wave of health reforms in India.
Two-third of India’s population lives in rural areas. Health of rural population is vital for the overall health
and development of nation.
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! Under the interest subvention scheme, short-term crop loans up to 3 lakh with interest rate of 7 per
cent per annum has been made available.
CONCLUSION:
There is a need to introduce reforms, creating necessary infrastructure and systems through innovation
and enhancement for the betterment of the masses. This includes necessities like electricity, clean energy,
agriculture technology among other areas of the rural sector.
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As agriculture is the main source of India’s national income and pivotal for rural development, it is necessary
to improve the condition of farming community. The country has witnessed record foodgrain production in
2017-18 due to initiatives like Pradhan Mantri Sinchai Yojana, Soil Health Card Scheme, credit facilities for
farmers, e-NAM and various other schemes.
Practice Question
Rural development is a necessity for India and key to National Development. In the light of this statement,
discuss how rural transformation can be made more inclusive? Also, what are the key initiatives taken by
Government in this regard?
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