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APSC Answer Writing (Daily) based on Assam Tribune – 17/12/2025

For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily Answer Writing is vital. This blog covers the most important Main question and its model Answer from the Assam Tribune today (17-12-2025).

GS Mains Question

“Replacing rights-based welfare with mission-mode schemes can weaken social security.”
Critically examine this statement in the context of the proposed VB-G RAM-G Bill, 2025.

Model Answer

Introduction

The proposed Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) – VB-G RAM-G Bill, 2025 seeks to replace MGNREGA, India’s largest rights-based rural employment law. While the Bill promises enhanced employment days, it raises concerns regarding dilution of legal entitlements and fiscal federalism.

Potential Merits of VB-G RAM-G

Increased Employment Guarantee
- Proposal of 125 days of work compared to 100 days under MGNREGA
Outcome-oriented Framework
- Emphasis on productivity and asset creation
Alignment with Viksit Bharat 2047
- Long-term rural transformation narrative

Key Concerns

Erosion of Rights-based Approach
- Shift from demand-driven, legally enforceable work to mission-mode delivery
Federal Fiscal Stress
- Reduced Central funding increases burden on States like Assam
Accountability Deficit
- Centralised control without commensurate financial responsibility
Risk to Vulnerable Groups
- Women and marginalised workers may lose guaranteed fallback employment

Way Forward

Retain statutory right to employment with legal remedies
Ensure dominant Central funding share
Strengthen social audits and grievance redressal
Undertake parliamentary scrutiny and State consultation
Integrate reforms without dismantling proven safeguards

Conclusion

Reforming rural employment programmes is necessary, but diluting enforceable rights risks undermining social security. Any transition from MGNREGA must preserve its rights-based core while improving efficiency, ensuring cooperative federalism and inclusive growth.

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