Which of the following best describes the concern raised by the Delhi High Court regarding the requirement of an MP/MLA endorsement for a social welfare scheme?

The requirement is not mentioned in the scheme's eligibility conditions and may lead to arbitrary discretion.

The requirement violates the fundamental right to freedom of speech.

The requirement is unconstitutional as it contradicts the Directive Principles of State Policy.

The requirement is prohibited under the Representation of the People Act, 1951.

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20 August 2026

Delhi High Court on Lakshmi Yojana endorsement

The case highlights critical governance issues regarding the implementation of welfare schemes, the role of the judiciary in checking executive discretion, and the potential for political patronage in public service delivery.

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The Delhi High Court is reviewing the mandatory requirement of an MP/MLA endorsement for beneficiaries of the ‘Delhi Lakshmi Yojana’.
The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹2,500 per month to eligible women.
The Delhi High Court observed that the scheme's official guidelines do not explicitly mention a requirement for a legislator's endorsement.
The judiciary noted that eligibility can be verified through objective documentation rather than political endorsement.
Concerns raised in the PIL include the potential for 'unbridled discretion' by political representatives and the risk of turning welfare entitlements into instruments of political patronage.
The online registration portal for the scheme, launched on August 1, currently mandates the submission of an endorsement letter.

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This is day 11 of 12 in Delhi Lakshmi Yojana implementation, which has been running since 14 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

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Discuss the significance of objective eligibility criteria in the implementation of social welfare schemes to prevent the politicization of public benefits. 150 words

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The role of the judiciary in ensuring transparency and accountability in the administration of government welfare schemes is critical. Analyze how judicial intervention helps in upholding the principles of administrative law and preventing arbitrary exercise of power in service delivery. 250 words

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Which of the following best describes the concern raised by the Delhi High Court regarding the requirement of an MP/MLA endorsement for a social welfare scheme?

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HC questions govt. on need for MP/MLA endorsement to avail Lakshmi Yojana aid

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