Daily Current Affairs MCQ Dt.24.06.2025 for UPSC ,SSC, State PCS and Competitive Exam.
1. Which technology is NOT a component of the recently piloted mobile-based...
Latest Update
- India celebrates 11 years of the Digital India programme, launched on 1st July 2015.
- The milestone is marked by the Union Government highlighting the initiative’s success in bridging the digital divide and empowering the poor through technology-driven governance.
Background
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Launched | 1st July 2015 |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) |
| Vision | To transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy |
| Key Pillars | Digital infrastructure, Governance & services on demand, Digital empowerment of citizens |
Major Achievements in 11 Years
1. Digital Infrastructure
- BharatNet: Connected over 2.2 lakh Gram Panchayats with optical fiber.
- Aadhaar: Over 1.3 billion people enrolled—foundational for e-KYC, subsidies, and governance.
2. E-Governance & Public Services
- UMANG, DigiLocker, and e-Hospital platforms have expanded citizen access.
- Direct Benefit Transfers (DBT) worth ₹34 lakh crore transferred through digital modes, saving leakages.
3. Digital Payments
- UPI (Unified Payments Interface): Over 11 billion transactions per month (2025).
- Aadhaar-enabled Payment Systems (AePS): Widely used by rural poor.
4. Digital Literacy & Inclusion
- PMGDISHA trained over 6 crore citizens in digital literacy.
- Digital India Bhashini Mission promotes local language access to digital services.
5. Startup & Tech Ecosystem
- Over 1 lakh tech startups supported by initiatives like MeitY Start-up Hub, STPI, and Digital India GENESIS.
- India Stack (Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker) powering inclusive innovation.
GS Paper Linkages
| GS Paper | Relevance |
|---|---|
| GS Paper II | E-Governance, Welfare Schemes, Citizen-centric Services |
| GS Paper III | IT & Communications, Inclusive Growth, Innovation in India |
| Essay Paper | “Technology as an enabler of social justice” |
Challenges Ahead
- Digital divide between urban and remote rural/tribal areas.
- Cybersecurity risks and digital frauds.
- Data privacy and surveillance concerns (awaiting full implementation of DPDP Act 2023).
- Skill gaps in digital literacy among rural women and elderly.
Practice Mains Question
“Evaluate the performance of the Digital India initiative in bridging the digital divide in India. What more needs to be done to ensure inclusive digital growth?” (15 marks)
Way Forward
- Fast-track 5G rollout and rural broadband via PPP models.
- Integrate AI and blockchain in service delivery while ensuring data ethics.
- Expand vernacular digital platforms to reach the last mile.
- Promote cyber hygiene and digital skilling for MSMEs and gig workers.
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