3 September 2026

Demolition of school building in Rajasthan

This incident serves as a localized case study illustrating the challenges in implementing infrastructure-related welfare schemes and the practical difficulties in ensuring basic educational facilities for vulnerable populations.

Questions

1. Discuss the challenges associated with maintaining rural educational infrastructure in India and the role of local area development funds in addressing these gaps. 150 words
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Prelims

1. The MLA Local Area Development (MLALAD) fund is primarily intended for:

   1. A Providing direct cash transfers to students in government schools
   2. B Funding the construction of durable community assets and infrastructure
   3. C Paying salaries for temporary teachers in rural areas
   4. D Subsidizing the cost of textbooks and uniforms for primary students