MY Bharat Platform Mobilisation for Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan
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কেন এটি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ
It highlights the role of institutional frameworks like MY Bharat in mobilizing youth power for social change, specifically addressing public health and security issues like drug abuse through community engagement.
সারসংক্ষেপ
During the sixth week of the Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan, the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform successfully mobilised over 2.11 lakh participants across 36 States and UTs, leveraging youth-led actions and community outreach to combat substance abuse and foster a drug-free generation.
মূল বিষয়
- MY Bharat mobilized over 2.11 lakh participants across 36 States and UTs during the sixth week of the Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan.
- The campaign utilizes youth-led volunteerism and community outreach to spread awareness against substance abuse.
- Focus is placed on active youth participation, pledge-taking ceremonies, sports activities, and counseling to build a drug-free India (Nasha Mukt Bharat).
গুরুত্বপূর্ণ শব্দ
Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan
A national youth-led initiative aimed at combating substance abuse and fostering drug-free lifestyles among young people to build a resilient, developed India (Viksit Bharat).
UPSC context
UPSC GS Paper II (Social Justice - Health & Vulnerable Sections). Tests policies and youth-led public campaigns addressing substance abuse.
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)
An autonomous 'phygital' platform launched by the Government of India to serve as a one-stop-shop for youth development, leadership training, and community volunteering.
UPSC context
UPSC GS Paper II (Governance - Government Policies & Interventions). Evaluates digital governance portals aimed at youth empowerment and civic participation.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
The central union ministry responsible for formulating youth policy, overseeing national youth programs, and administering initiatives like the MY Bharat platform and sports promotion.
UPSC context
UPSC GS Paper II (Governance - Ministries & Departments). Relevant for questions on institutional frameworks for demographic dividend utilization.
সংযুক্ত স্থির ধারণা
What are the key institutional frameworks and statutory bodies tackling substance abuse in India?
- Nodal Ministry: Operates under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, implementing the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).
- NDPS Act: Enacted in 1985, it prohibits the production, manufacture, possession, sale, purchase, transport, and use of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances.
- Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan: Launched in 2020 in 372 vulnerable districts to focus on preventive education, awareness, and treatment facilities.
আন্তঃবিষয় প্যাটার্ন
Youth Mobilisation Meets Public Health Governance
Youth-centric platforms like MY Bharat are increasingly deployed for national social campaigns, intersecting governance (digital public infrastructure for civil society) and public health (substance abuse prevention).
MY Bharat mandate + Nasha Mukt Bharat targets will likely feature in a multi-statement match-the-scheme Prelims question.
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