Implementation of VB-G RAM G begins in West Bengal
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Why in news
The Union Government and West Bengal launched the VB-G RAM G scheme, a 125-day job guarantee program for agricultural workers, following its suspension in 2022.
Background
The scheme provides a 125-day job guarantee to agricultural workers. The Union Government allocated ₹8,508 crore to West Bengal, while the state government allotted ₹5,672 crore for the initiative.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeVB-G RAM G: A 125-day job guarantee program for agricultural workers in West Bengal.
- FactUnion Government allocation for West Bengal under the scheme: ₹8,508 crore.
- FactWest Bengal State Government allocation for the scheme: ₹5,672 crore.
- SchemeAnnapurna Yojana: A financial assistance scheme for women launched in West Bengal.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of job guarantee schemes in ensuring rural livelihood security and alleviating seasonal migration in India's agrarian economy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Funding gap: Insufficient per-capita allocation to cover all active job cards for the full 125-day duration
- Administrative oversight: Risk of financial irregularities requiring robust auditing mechanisms for state-central schemes
- Social safety net: Role of direct financial assistance (Annapurna Yojana) in addressing rural female poverty
Keywords: Livelihood security · Rural employment · Fiscal federalism · Agrarian distress · Social safety net
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