Amit Shah: Bastar Region to be Most Developed by 2030

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Goal to eliminate Maoism by March 2026

Bastar region to become the most developed tribal division by 2030

Plan includes basic amenities, roads, electricity, and banking facilities

Focus on setting up forest produce processing units and higher education institutions

Key Dates

March 2026December 2030

Key Numbers

Seven districts of Bastar division to be developed

Visual Insights

Bastar Region: Development Focus

Map highlighting the Bastar region in Chhattisgarh, the target area for development by 2030. Shows surrounding states affected by LWE.

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📍Chhattisgarh📍Jharkhand📍Odisha📍Maharashtra📍Telangana

Exam Angles

Government policies for tribal development

Strategies for combating Left Wing Extremism

Role of infrastructure and education in development

Constitutional provisions related to tribal areas

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Summary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the government aims to make Chhattisgarh's Bastar region the most developed tribal division in the country by 2030, with a focus on eliminating Maoism by March 2026. The plan includes providing basic amenities, expanding services, and specialized schemes, such as setting up forest produce processing units and establishing higher education institutions.

Background

Bastar region's history of Maoist insurgency, tribal population, resource richness, and developmental challenges.

Latest Developments

Government's focus on Bastar's development by 2030, elimination of Maoism by 2026, and specific initiatives for infrastructure, education, and livelihoods.

Practice Questions (MCQs)

1. Consider the following statements regarding the development plans for the Bastar region: 1. The government aims to make Bastar the most developed tribal division in India by 2030. 2. A key focus is the elimination of Maoism from the region by March 2026. 3. The plan includes establishing only primary schools to improve education accessibility. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A.1 and 2 only
B.2 and 3 only
C.1 and 3 only
D.1, 2 and 3

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Answer: A

Statements 1 and 2 are factual and align with the news article. Statement 3 is incorrect as the plan includes establishing higher education institutions, not just primary schools.

2. In the context of the development of tribal regions in India, which of the following constitutional provisions safeguards the interests of Scheduled Tribes?

A.Article 14, guaranteeing equality before the law
B.Article 17, abolishing untouchability
C.Article 244, dealing with administration of Scheduled Areas
D.Article 368, outlining the procedure for constitutional amendments

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Answer: C

Article 244 specifically deals with the administration of Scheduled Areas and Tribal Areas, safeguarding the interests of Scheduled Tribes. The other articles address different aspects of the Constitution.

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA): 1. PESA empowers Gram Sabhas in Scheduled Areas to manage natural resources. 2. PESA mandates that all seats in Panchayats in Scheduled Areas must be reserved for Scheduled Tribes. 3. PESA aims to promote local self-governance in tribal areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A.1 and 2 only
B.2 and 3 only
C.1 and 3 only
D.1, 2 and 3

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Answer: C

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. PESA empowers Gram Sabhas and promotes self-governance. Statement 2 is incorrect; PESA mandates reservation of seats for STs, but not necessarily all seats.

4. Which of the following initiatives is NOT directly aimed at addressing Left Wing Extremism (LWE) in India?

A.SAMADHAN doctrine
B.Aspirational Districts Programme
C.Special Infrastructure Scheme (SIS)
D.Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

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Answer: D

PMJDY is a financial inclusion scheme, while SAMADHAN, Aspirational Districts Programme (with a focus on LWE affected districts), and SIS are directly aimed at addressing LWE through various strategies.