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Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India: Political Will as the Key to Success

Introduction Poverty alleviation has been a central objective of India’s development strategy since Independence. From planned economic development to rights-based welfare schemes, successive governments have introduced numerous programmes aimed at reducing poverty, unemployment, and social deprivation. Despite these sustained efforts, poverty—particularly in its multidimensional form—continues to pose a serious challenge to inclusive growth and good…

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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in Enhancing Welfare Scheme Delivery in India

Introduction Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) is a transformative policy initiative launched by the Government of India to enhance the efficiency and transparency of welfare schemes. It aims to directly transfer subsidies and benefits to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts, thereby eliminating intermediaries, reducing leakages, and ensuring the targeted delivery of government assistance. Introduced in 2013, DBT…

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