Vulnerable Sections Current Affairs for UPSC

Poverty and Developmental Issues Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

TRIFED Procurement of MFP

TRIFED reports significant procurement and sales of tribal products under PMJVM, generating livelihoods but facing challenges with substantial unsold inventory.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

31 Jul, 2026

TRIFED Procurement of MFP

TRIFED reports significant procurement and sales of tribal products under PMJVM, generating livelihoods but facing challenges with substantial unsold inventory.

31 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

30 Jul, 2026

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

Controversial FCRA Bill 2026, listed for Monsoon Session, threatens civil society organizations with stringent foreign funding regulations and asset vesting.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

30 Jul, 2026

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

Controversial FCRA Bill 2026, listed for Monsoon Session, threatens civil society organizations with stringent foreign funding regulations and asset vesting.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Education Sector E Governance

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme offers collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans with interest subvention, ensuring equitable access to quality higher education for meritorious students.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Education Sector E Governance

30 Jul, 2026

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme offers collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans with interest subvention, ensuring equitable access to quality higher education for meritorious students.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why are there protests over the Ken-Betwa project?, Pg14

Tribal communities protest Ken-Betwa Link Project over displacement, rehabilitation flaws, and environmental threats to Panna Tiger Reserve.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

26 Jul, 2026

Why are there protests over the Ken-Betwa project?, Pg14

Tribal communities protest Ken-Betwa Link Project over displacement, rehabilitation flaws, and environmental threats to Panna Tiger Reserve.

26 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

Great Nicobar project ‘most fundamentally a commercial enterprise’: Jairam Ramesh, Pg9

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh exposes Great Nicobar project as a commercial real estate scheme, not strategic, threatening Shompen tribe and pristine ecology.

Vulnerable Sections Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

26 Jul, 2026

Great Nicobar project ‘most fundamentally a commercial enterprise’: Jairam Ramesh, Pg9

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh exposes Great Nicobar project as a commercial real estate scheme, not strategic, threatening Shompen tribe and pristine ecology.

26 Jul, 2026

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections

Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme

SVEP drives rural entrepreneurship, empowering 4.32 lakh non-farm enterprises, with 86% beneficiaries from SC/ST/OBC/Minority communities, boosting local economies.

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections

26 Jul, 2026

Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme

SVEP drives rural entrepreneurship, empowering 4.32 lakh non-farm enterprises, with 86% beneficiaries from SC/ST/OBC/Minority communities, boosting local economies.

26 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Centre launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 crore outlay, leveraging AI and technology to expand pan-India access to justice by 2031.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

26 Jul, 2026

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Centre launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 crore outlay, leveraging AI and technology to expand pan-India access to justice by 2031.

26 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Union Government injects substantial funds to expand digital justice and legal aid infrastructure across Odisha, leveraging eCourts, Tele-Law, and NALSA for enhanced access.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

26 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Union Government injects substantial funds to expand digital justice and legal aid infrastructure across Odisha, leveraging eCourts, Tele-Law, and NALSA for enhanced access.

26 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Government informs Parliament about eight significant constitutional amendments enacted in the last twelve years, impacting judiciary, economy, and social justice.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

26 Jul, 2026

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Government informs Parliament about eight significant constitutional amendments enacted in the last twelve years, impacting judiciary, economy, and social justice.

26 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2.45 lakh cases burden Fast Track Special Courts, including POCSO, despite PM's call for speedy trials, Law Ministry reveals in Parliament.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

25 Jul, 2026

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2.45 lakh cases burden Fast Track Special Courts, including POCSO, despite PM's call for speedy trials, Law Ministry reveals in Parliament.

25 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Caught on camera, Pg6

Videos reveal Delhi Police's brutal force and sexual assaults on student protesters; Supreme Court to investigate excesses.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

25 Jul, 2026

Caught on camera, Pg6

Videos reveal Delhi Police's brutal force and sexual assaults on student protesters; Supreme Court to investigate excesses.

25 Jul, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

One Stop Centre provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress

Mission Shakti's One Stop Centres and Shakti Sadan schemes provide comprehensive support, rehabilitation, and safe accommodation to over 15 lakh women affected by violence and distress.

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

25 Jul, 2026

One Stop Centre provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress

Mission Shakti's One Stop Centres and Shakti Sadan schemes provide comprehensive support, rehabilitation, and safe accommodation to over 15 lakh women affected by violence and distress.

25 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 delivers six vital services to vulnerable groups, leveraging Poshan Tracker, Aadhaar, and FRS for transparent, leak-proof social welfare delivery.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

25 Jul, 2026

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 delivers six vital services to vulnerable groups, leveraging Poshan Tracker, Aadhaar, and FRS for transparent, leak-proof social welfare delivery.

25 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Fast-track courts: When they can be established, where they lag, Pg13

PM Modi's call for fast-track courts for paper leaks sparks debate on their efficacy, constitutional limits, and persistent pendency despite higher disposal rates.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

24 Jul, 2026

Fast-track courts: When they can be established, where they lag, Pg13

PM Modi's call for fast-track courts for paper leaks sparks debate on their efficacy, constitutional limits, and persistent pendency despite higher disposal rates.

24 Jul, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Building resilience to protect elderly from climate stressors, Pg II

HelpAge India study reveals climate change disproportionately impacts India's growing elderly population, urging urgent policy for resilience and age-inclusive care.

Population and Associated Issues Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

24 Jul, 2026

Building resilience to protect elderly from climate stressors, Pg II

HelpAge India study reveals climate change disproportionately impacts India's growing elderly population, urging urgent policy for resilience and age-inclusive care.

24 Jul, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

How should cities reclaim footpaths?, Pg10

Bengaluru's footpath drive sparks debate over Street Vendors Act 2014, raising questions on balancing pedestrian rights with vendor livelihoods and due process.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

24 Jul, 2026

How should cities reclaim footpaths?, Pg10

Bengaluru's footpath drive sparks debate over Street Vendors Act 2014, raising questions on balancing pedestrian rights with vendor livelihoods and due process.

24 Jul, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Ken-Betwa rehab: MP govt vows inquiry into complaints, Pg9

Madhya Pradesh CM orders month-long inquiry into alleged Ken-Betwa project rehabilitation scam after heated Assembly debate and opposition claims.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

23 Jul, 2026

Ken-Betwa rehab: MP govt vows inquiry into complaints, Pg9

Madhya Pradesh CM orders month-long inquiry into alleged Ken-Betwa project rehabilitation scam after heated Assembly debate and opposition claims.

23 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Education Sector

Are children with special needs enrolled in schools in India?, Pg9

Stagnant CWSN enrollment in schools, with only 22% of estimated 98.8 lakh children attending, reveals a critical failure in inclusive education.

Vulnerable Sections Education Sector

23 Jul, 2026

Are children with special needs enrolled in schools in India?, Pg9

Stagnant CWSN enrollment in schools, with only 22% of estimated 98.8 lakh children attending, reveals a critical failure in inclusive education.

23 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections

TRIFED Procurement of MFP

TRIFED Procurement of MFP

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

Why are there protests over the Ken-Betwa project?, Pg14

Why are there protests over the Ken-Betwa project?, Pg14

Great Nicobar project ‘most fundamentally a commercial enterprise’: Jairam Ramesh, Pg9

Great Nicobar project ‘most fundamentally a commercial enterprise’: Jairam Ramesh, Pg9

Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme

Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Caught on camera, Pg6

Caught on camera, Pg6

One Stop Centre provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress

One Stop Centre provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Fast-track courts: When they can be established, where they lag, Pg13

Fast-track courts: When they can be established, where they lag, Pg13

Building resilience to protect elderly from climate stressors, Pg II

Building resilience to protect elderly from climate stressors, Pg II

How should cities reclaim footpaths?, Pg10

How should cities reclaim footpaths?, Pg10

Ken-Betwa rehab: MP govt vows inquiry into complaints, Pg9

Ken-Betwa rehab: MP govt vows inquiry into complaints, Pg9

Are children with special needs enrolled in schools in India?, Pg9

Are children with special needs enrolled in schools in India?, Pg9

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