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26 June 2026

Karnataka request for MGNREGS reform

The topic highlights critical implementation challenges in a flagship welfare scheme (MGNREGS) regarding e-governance, federal fiscal relations, and the transition to new policy frameworks, which are core themes in the GS2 syllabus.

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Notes

  • The Karnataka government has requested the Union government to resolve digital attendance issues under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS).
  • The National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) app for attendance has faced challenges due to poor mobile network connectivity in rural areas.
  • Technical difficulties with digital attendance have resulted in wage delays and loss of wages for MGNREGS workers.
  • The Union government is planning to roll out the 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin), 2025' (VB-GRAM G) to replace the existing MGNREGS.
  • Karnataka has requested clarity regarding the coverage of Gram Panchayats under the Act.
  • The state government has sought the release of approximately ₹700 crore in pending MGNREGS funds.

Questions

  1. Discuss the challenges associated with the implementation of digital monitoring systems in rural welfare schemes, with specific reference to the National Mobile Monitoring System under MGNREGS. 150 words
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  2. The transition from traditional administrative frameworks to digital governance models in rural employment schemes requires a robust infrastructure. Critically analyze the impact of digital attendance systems on the socio-economic security of MGNREGS beneficiaries and suggest measures to ensure inclusive implementation. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. The National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) app is primarily used for which of the following purposes under the MGNREGS?

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