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UPSC CSE Mains 2015 · GS3

In what way could replacement of price subsidy with Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) change the scenario of subsidies in India? Discuss.

Theme

T107 DBT, Aadhaar & digital welfare delivery

What UPSC asks in this theme

Cross-paper GS2–GS3: DBT as a progressive but limited reform, electronic cash transfers to cut corruption, Aadhaar vs NPR, and how DBT changes the subsidy scenario.

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This question also needs

T141 Farm subsidies, MSP & crop insurance (incl. WTO Agreement on Agriculture)

More PYQs from this theme

  1. GS2202210 marks

    Reforming the government delivery system through the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a progressive step, but it has limitations too. Comment.

  2. GS22014

    Two parallel run schemes of the Government, viz. the Adhaar Card and NPR, one as voluntary and the other as compulsory, have led to debates at national levels and also litigations. On merits, discuss whether or not both schemes need run concurrently. Analyse the potential of the schemes to achieve developmental benefits and equitable growth.

  3. GS22013

    Electronic cash transfer system for the welfare schemes is an ambitious project to minimize corruption, eliminate wastage and facilitate reforms. Comment.

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