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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...

The Maratha Kingdom

The Important Role Of Marathas In India Independence Struggle. The Maratha Empire played an important role in India's struggle for independence from British rule. The empire, which had existed prior to British colonial rule,was a significant force in India until the 19th century. The Maratha Kingdom was instrumental in resisting the early attempts of British expansion and dominance in India. In the 18th century, the Marathas under the leadership of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj had a strong sense of national identity and pride, which was based on their rich cultural heritage. During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Marathas rose to power and established a strong hold over the Indian subcontinent, which threatened the British colonial government. The Maratha leaders, such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Baji Rao I, fought against the British and resisted their attempts to impose their rule. Later, during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the Maratha leaders played a vital role in drivi...