The e-RUPI is an important step towards transparency in welfare aspect, but the government of India must do more for better public service delivery. Discuss (200 Words)
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IAS Parliament 3 years
KEY POINTS
· The objective of pre-paid voucher system for welfare benefits is targeted and leakage-proof delivery of welfare support to intended beneficiaries.
· The e-RUPI has been launched to transfer benefits under health ministry’s schemes and will be applied to payments for vaccination.
· A voucher for an equivalent amount will be sent directly to the beneficiary’s mobile phone in the form of an SMS string, or a QR code.
· Since the beneficiary does not need a smartphone for receiving the voucher, the e-RUPI will be an inclusive.
· The voucher is non-transferable and therefore cannot be used by anyone else other than its recipient.
· However, the risk of identity fraud remains in this scenario, especially because Indians are used to exchanging benefits for cash.
· Exclusion risk has proved to be a potent one in India’s past experiences with digital delivery of benefits.
· In the Koili Devi vs Union of India case, currently being heard in the Supreme Court, the court has taken note of the fact that three crore ration cards were cancelled at the central level and has sought a response from the Union government.
· While establishing systems to eliminate pilferage in welfare delivery, the government must be alive to the need for adequate safeguards for the most vulnerable.
Aakash L 3 years
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IAS Parliament 3 years
Try to avoid spelling mistakes and add data to support your arguments. Keep Writing.
IAS Parliament 3 years
Functioning of e-RUPI is not required, try to focus on what needs to be done. Keep Writing.
