1st to 10th January 2024 - SVAMITWA SCHEME WINS AWARD Flashcards
What is the full name of the award-winning scheme?
SVAMITVA Scheme (Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas)
What kind of award did the SVAMITVA Scheme win?
Best Innovation Award for Innovation Sandbox presentation
Where was the award presented?
During Public Policy Dialogues-2024 at the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad
Which organization recognized the SVAMITVA Scheme with this award?
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj
What is the main goal of the SVAMITVA Scheme?
To revolutionize land governance in rural India by using technology for accurate land surveying and mapping, leading to better property rights records.
How does the SVAMITVA Scheme utilize technology?
It uses drones and other survey technologies to create detailed maps and digital records of land ownership in villages.
What are the benefits of the SVAMITVA Scheme for rural landowners?
Provides clear property records
Reduces land disputes
Enables access to financial services, like loans with their land as collateral.
Besides the Innovation Award, what other awards/recognitions has the SVAMITVA Scheme received?
It’s worth looking up additional awards, but it could include things like:
National Awards for e-Governance
Recognition from international organizations for innovation in land governance.
In what ways could the SVAMITVA Scheme’s approach be applied to other areas of governance in India?
(Open-ended)
Potential applications in urban land mapping
Digital record-keeping for infrastructure projects
Creating reliable databases for resource management
What potential challenges might the SVAMITVA Scheme face in its long-term implementation across India?
(Open-ended)
Difficulty accessing remote areas
Resistance to change from some communities
The need for continuous technology updates and maintenance
How does the SVAMITVA Scheme align with the Indian government’s larger goals for rural development?
(Open-ended)
Supports financial inclusion
Promotes self-reliance in villages
Contributes to the overall ‘Digital India’ initiative
