Free coaching programme for police constable aspirants in Himachal
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কেন এটি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ
State-specific welfare and employment generation schemes are highly relevant for HPAS Prelims. This initiative mirrors past questions on schemes like the Medha Protsahan Yojna and HP Skill Development Project, emphasizing the state's focus on youth empowerment and inclusive development.
সারসংক্ষেপ
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced a comprehensive, free training and guidance programme for candidates aiming to become Police Constables. This follows the HPPSC's advertisement of 800 constable vacancies. Organized through Armed Police Battalions, the initiative will provide physical training, written exam coaching, and personality development to ensure a level playing field for youths from rural, tribal, and remote areas who cannot afford private coaching.
মূল বিষয়
- Himachal Pradesh government announced a free training and guidance programme for youths aspiring to join as Police Constables.
- The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) had advertised 800 vacant posts of Constables on July 9, 2026.
- The comprehensive training will be facilitated through Armed Police Battalions, encompassing written exam coaching, physical efficiency preparation, and personality development.
- The scheme is specifically designed to support candidates from rural, remote, and tribal areas who lack access to expensive private coaching facilities.
গুরুত্বপূর্ণ শব্দ
State Public Service Commission (SPSC)
A constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution, responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and advising state governments on civil service appointments and disciplinary actions.
UPSC context
GS Paper II (Polity) — Tests constitutional bodies, administrative federalism, and the governance of public services.
Armed Police Battalions
Specialized, armed tactical reserve units of a state's police force used as a striking reserve to manage serious law-and-order situations, disasters, and civil unrest.
UPSC context
GS Paper III (Internal Security) — Examines police administration, internal security challenges, and state security architecture.
Equality of Opportunity in Public Employment
A fundamental right under Article 16 of the Indian Constitution that guarantees equal access to state jobs, while permitting reasonable classification and reservations for backward classes.
UPSC context
GS Paper II (Polity) — Tests fundamental rights, social justice, and affirmative action policies.
প্রিলিমস ফাঁদ
India Reserve Battalions (IRBs) operate under the direct administrative and operational control of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
IRBs are sanctioned and financially aided by the Centre, but they are fully integrated into and commanded by the state police forces, unlike CAPFs.
সংযুক্ত স্থির ধারণা
What are India Reserve Battalions (IRBs) and their command structure?
- Origin and Funding: Introduced in 1971, IRBs are sanctioned by the Union Home Ministry, which shares the initial raising costs with state governments.
- Operational Command: Once raised, they function as part of the state's armed police force and remain under the state government's direct control.
- National Deployment: They can be co-deployed to other states during major law-and-order crises or elections upon MHA coordination.
What is the governance framework under the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution?
- Constitutional Basis: Under Article 244(1), it governs designated Scheduled Areas in 10 states, including Himachal Pradesh, ensuring tribal land and cultural protection.
- Advisory Council: Requires the creation of a Tribes Advisory Council (TAC) to advise the Governor on tribal welfare and advancement.
- Gubernatorial Powers: The Governor is empowered to direct that specific central or state laws do not apply or apply with modifications to Scheduled Areas.
আন্তঃবিষয় প্যাটার্ন
Police Infrastructure as Social Capital
Utilizing state armed police battalions for youth coaching represents a shift where hard security infrastructure acts as an instrument for local employment and social welfare.
Tribal Integration & Fifth Schedule Governance
Targeted vocational and exam training in Fifth Schedule areas (like Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti) addresses historical marginalization and fulfills constitutional mandates of tribal advancement.
Distinction between state-controlled IRBs and center-controlled CAPFs is likely to feature in federal security governance questions.
সংযুক্ত PYQ · 2
সংযুক্ত PYQ · 2
- 2020HPAS_PRELIMSGS1
Consider the given four statements and choose the correct answer from the given options. Which of the following statement(s) is / are not correct about the Social Welfare programs of Government of Himachal Pradesh? 1. e-Udyan portal: Where farmers can avail Horticulture farming service benefits while sitting in their home. 2. Vishesh Mahila Uthan Yojna: Scheme formulated for rehabilitation of physically and sexually abused women through technical and vocational training. 3. Medha Protsahan Yojna: Rupees one lakh is provided to the meritorious students to provide guidance at coaching centers. 4. Mukhya Mantri Ek Bigha Scheme: State Government will empower rural women by helping them become self-sufficient and get employment under MGNREGS.
- 2023HPAS_PRELIMSGS1
Match List I with List II : | List-I | List-II | |---|---| | (a) Himachal Pradesh Skill Development Project | (i) 2018 | | (b) Himachal Pradesh Kaushal Vikas Nigam | (ii) 2017 | | (c) Mukhya Mantri Yuva Ajivika Yojana | (iii) 2014 | | (d) Himachal Grhini Suvidha Yojana | (iv) 2019 | Choose the correct answer from the options given below : Code: (a) (b) (c) (d)
