Question Q.4GS2GS2
Strengthening the National Commission of Scheduled Tribes (NCST) through various complementary mechanisms can go a long way towards mainstreaming the welfare of the tribals. Explain.
Main Body
National Commission of Scheduled Tribes (NCST) gives an institutional form to the efforts to ameliorate and uplift STs, make advancement while retaining cultural diversity.
Strengthening the NCST:
1. Giving proper enforcement powers to check tribal exploitation, can just advisory jurisdiction
2. Timely filling of vacancies in NCST for well-coordinated future strategy.
Past of NCST chairman) vacant since 2081
3. Synergise with other institutional bodies, e.g. National Body for Financing STs
4. Preps research/support to NCST to undertake studies on tribal condition in India
5. Increased representation of Tribal MPs/MLA's and local tribal leaders grounded approach
Complementary Efforts:
Eklavya residential schoolsB. Private partners in secession with STs, e.g. AISER; McKinney
Entreprenial efforts (e.g TRIPED – Van Dhan K nurseries)
Tribes need to be made economically vibrant, e.g. Adiyan Hair Oil – the new social media-based novel. Their socio-economic development need to be ensured equally.
145 words11 paragraphs
- Clear articulation of NCST's role and mandate
- Specific suggestions for strengthening institutional capacity
- Mentions concrete schemes like Eklavya schools and Van Dhan
- Emphasizes multi-stakeholder approach to tribal welfare
- Includes both government and private sector complementary mechanisms
Topper
ASAD AQEEL
AIR 3212025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Scheduled and Tribal Areas
NCST strengthening mechanisms for tribal welfare
Writing Stats
145
Total words
11
Paragraphs
analytical-prescriptive
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