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2 September 2026

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari on media and social security

The topic provides a specific example of state-level welfare schemes for journalists and touches upon the broader debate regarding media responsibility, which can serve as illustrative context for GS2 and GS3 answers.

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Notes

  • West Bengal government launched new social security schemes for journalists including health insurance and pension.
  • Health coverage: Mukhyamantri Swasthya Bima Yojana provides insurance up to ₹5 lakh.
  • Coverage scope: Beneficiaries can access treatment in 1,900 hospitals within the state and 38,000 hospitals nationwide.
  • Pension: Journalists aged 60 and above are eligible for a monthly pension of ₹5,000.
  • Additional benefits: Journalists applying for the scheme are eligible for a Durga Puja bonus.
  • Government stance: Emphasis on the balance between freedom of press and the responsibility of journalists to maintain national stability and patriotism.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of social security measures for the media fraternity in ensuring the independence and welfare of journalists in India. 150 words
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  2. Examine the role of state-led health insurance schemes in achieving the goal of universal health coverage in India. How do these initiatives complement central government health programs? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Under the Mukhyamantri Swasthya Bima Yojana mentioned in the report, what is the maximum health insurance coverage provided per beneficiary?

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