The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)

The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) , introduced in 2005 by the Ministry of Rural Development , is one of the world's largest work guarantee programs.  It aims to strengthen livelihood security in rural areas by providing 100 days of assured wage employment each year to adult members of rural households willing to engage in unskilled manual labor. This initiative plays a vital role in promoting economic stability, empowering communities, and fostering sustainable development across India's rural landscape. The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) stands as a monumental testament to India's commitment to social welfare and rural empowerment. Enacted in 2005, this groundbreaking initiative has evolved into one of the most significant pillars of support for rural populations across the country. Imagine a program that guarantees 100 days of wage employment annually to adult members of rural households—this is not jus...

Constituent Assembly of India

The Constituent Assembly of India was a body of elected representatives tasked with drafting the Constitution of India. Here are some key details about its members and composition:

Composition:

  • Total Members: Initially, the Assembly had 389 members, which was later reduced to 299 after the partition of India.
    • Provinces: 292 representatives from the provinces.
    • Princely States: 93 representatives from the princely states.
    • Chief Commissioner Provinces: 4 representatives from Delhi, Ajmer-Merwara, Coorg, and British Baluchistan.

Notable Members:

  • Dr. Rajendra Prasad: President of the Constituent Assembly.
  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru: First Prime Minister of India and a key figure in the Assembly.
  • Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Deputy Prime Minister and a significant contributor.
  • Maulana Abul Kalam Azad: Prominent freedom fighter and educationist.
  • H.C. Mookerjee: Vice President of the Assembly.
  • V.T. Krishnamachari: Vice President of the Assembly.
  • K.M. Munshi: Member of the Drafting Committee.
  • Sarojini Naidu: Renowned poet and freedom fighter.
  • Rajkumari Amrit Kaur: First Health Minister of India.

Functions:

  • Drafting the Constitution: The primary task was to draft the Constitution of India, which was adopted on January 26, 1950.
  • Debates and Discussions: The Assembly held extensive debates and discussions on various provisions of the Constitution.

The Constituent Assembly played a crucial role in shaping the democratic framework of India, ensuring that the Constitution reflected the diverse needs and aspirations of the Indian people.


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