General Studies IRole of WomenSOCIETY

POSH ACT- Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment Act, 2013

Context: Recently, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging guidelines issued by the Bombay High Court in cases under the Protection of Women from

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General Studies IRole of WomenSchemes

SUPPORT TO TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMME FOR WOMEN (STEP)

About STEP: The STEP Programme aims to increase the self-reliance and autonomy of women by enhancing their productivity and enabling

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General Studies IIRole of WomenSchemes

Knowledge Involvement in Research Advancement through Nurturing-KIRAN Scheme

Department of Science and Technology About KIRAN Scheme: Knowledge Involvement in Research Advancement through Nurturing (KIRAN Scheme) by the Department

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General Studies IIIndian SocietyVulnerable Section

Tribes in India

Context: World Tribal Day or International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed on 9th August every year. It is aimed at promoting

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General Studies IICommissionsINSTITUTIONS AND ORGANIZATIONSRole of Women

National Commission for Women (NCW)

Context:  Ms.Rekha Sharma has been nominated as Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW) for another term of three

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