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Empowering India: All India Saksharta Mission Leading the Way in Literacy Initiatives

Join the movement towards a more educated and empowered India with All India Saksharta Mission (AICSM). As a pioneering organization dedicated to promoting literacy and education across the nation, AICSM is committed to providing accessible and quality education to people of all ages and backgrounds. Through innovative programs and initiatives, AICSM aims to eradicate illiteracy and bridge the gap in educational opportunities. Join hands with AICSM and be a part of the journey towards a brighter and more literate future for all.

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Innovative Programs And Schemes For Students

Education is one of the most important tools for the development of any country. Students are the future of our society, and they need to be nurtured with proper education and skills. Governments all around the world have introduced various programs and schemes to ensure that students get the best education possible.

In this article, we will discuss some innovative programs and schemes for students that have been introduced in recent years.

PROGRAMS AND SCHEMES FOR STUDENTS:

Digital India Program:

Digital India is a flagship program of the Indian government that aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. The program has a special focus on providing digital infrastructure, digital literacy, and digital services to citizens. Under this program, various schemes have been launched, such as the National Digital Literacy Mission, Digital Saksharta Abhiyan, and e-Basta.

Mid-day Meal Scheme:

The Mid-day Meal Scheme is a government program in India that provides free lunch to schools children. The scheme was introduced to improve the nutritional status of children and to encourage school attendance. The program has been successful in increasing the enrollment of students in schools, reducing malnutrition, and improving the health of children.

Skill India Program:

The Skill India program was launched in 2015 by the Indian government to provide skill training to the youth of the country. The program aims to equip the youth with industry-relevant skills and make them employable. The program has various components, such as the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, Skill Loan Scheme, and National Skill Development Corporation.

National Scholarship Portal:

The National Scholarship Portal is a government initiative in India that provides a single platform for various scholarship schemes offered by different government departments. The portal simplifies the application process and ensures that the scholarships reach deserving students. The scheme has been successful in increasing the number of students applying for scholarships and has improved the transparency and efficiency of the system.

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan:

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan is a government program in India that aims to provide free and compulsory education to all children between the ages of 6 and 14. The program was launched in 2001 and has been successful in increasing the enrollment of children in schools and improving the quality of education. The program has a special focus on girls and children from disadvantaged sections of society.

National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme:

The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme is a government program in India that provides financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker sections of society. The scholarship aims to encourage meritorious students to continue their education and reduce the dropout rate. The scheme has been successful in providing financial assistance to deserving students and has improved the access to education for students from economically weaker sections of society.

Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan:

Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan is a government program in India that aims to improve the quality of secondary education. The program focuses on providing infrastructure, teaching-learning materials, and training to teachers. The scheme has been successful in increasing the enrollment of students in secondary schools and improving the quality of education.

Pradhan Mantri Vidya Lakshmi Karyakram:

Pradhan Mantri Vidya Lakshmi Karyakram is a government initiative in India that aims to provide a single window for students to access education loans and scholarships. The program provides a portal where students can apply for loans and scholarships offered by different banks and government departments. The program has been successful in simplifying the loan application process and improving the access to education loans for students.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR FUTURE BENEFITS

In an increasingly interconnected world, international programs have become a crucial part of modern education. International programs offer students a unique opportunity to gain new perspectives, develop cross-cultural understanding, and acquire skills that are essential for succeeding in today's globalized economy. In this article, we will discuss some of the most important international programs for future benefits.

Study Abroad Programs:

Study abroad programs are a popular choice for students who want to gain international experience while pursuing their education. These programs offer students the opportunity to study in a foreign country, often for a semester or a year. By studying abroad, students can learn about different cultures, languages, and academic systems. They can also develop their independence and self-confidence, which are valuable skills in the global job market.

International Internships:

International internships are a great way for students to gain practical experience in their field while gaining exposure to different cultures and languages. These internships can be either paid or unpaid and are typically available to students who have completed a certain amount of coursework in their field. By participating in international internships, students can gain a competitive edge in the job market and develop a global network of contacts.

Fulbright Programs:

The Fulbright program is one of the most prestigious international programs for students and scholars. The program offers grants to students and scholars to conduct research, teach, or study in a foreign country. The program aims to promote mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries. By participating in the Fulbright program, students can develop cross-cultural understanding and gain valuable experience in their field.

Erasmus+ Program:

The Erasmus+ program is a European Union initiative that offers students the opportunity to study or do an internship in another European country. The program is available to students enrolled in higher education institutions in Europe and is designed to promote cross-cultural understanding and international cooperation. By participating in the Erasmus+ program, students can develop their language skills and gain international experience that can be valuable in the global job market.

International Volunteer Programs:

International volunteer programs are a great way for students to give back to the community while gaining international experience. These programs typically involve working on community-based projects, such as teaching English, building infrastructure, or assisting with healthcare initiatives. By participating in international volunteer programs, students can develop their leadership and teamwork skills while making a positive impact on the world.

Global Leadership Programs:

Global leadership programs are designed to develop the next generation of global leaders. These programs typically involve a combination of classroom instruction, experiential learning, and leadership development activities. By participating in global leadership programs, students can develop their cross-cultural understanding, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

International Exchange Programs:

International exchange programs allow students to study for a semester or a year at a partner institution in another country. These programs are typically available to students who have completed a certain amount of coursework in their field and have demonstrated academic excellence. By participating in international exchange programs, students can gain valuable international experience, develop cross-cultural understanding, and expand their network of contacts.

CONCLUSION International programs offer a wide range of benefits for students, including cross-cultural understanding, language skills, and practical experience in their field. By participating in these programs, students can gain a competitive edge in the global job market and develop the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world

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What Is Computer Saksharta?

Maharshi DayanandComputer Saksharta Mission (MDCSM) is a national programme of information technology education and development. A unit of Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Sansthan. In present time, some big Institution run their certificate/ diploma programme in higher charges, due to which the lower and middle class families of our society cannot afford theload oftheir charges. Our mission studied their theme properly and decided to provide better higher technical education in computer for every sector of society in affordable charges all over India. Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Mission (MDCSM) is an ISO certified firm, specialized in conducting programs on information technology education and development. Our aim is to be the single source for quality assurance in computer education among the nation’s non-formal institutes. There are lots of courses that we host and the range entails computer application courses, multimedia course, hardware courses, professional courses, NIELIT/DOEACC courses, Nursery Teacher’s Training (A.I.E.C.C.E) and University Courses. In this fast changing world, where technology is growing from 3G to 4G and soon to have 5G- the IT industry is fast catching speed. There is hardly any area which has not been affected by technology. And so, the word distance sounds ironical in present day context. The use of computers has increased by leaps and bounds, and so the importance of computer education has become imperative. For instance the Internet has become the encyclopedia of information on numerous subjects. By clicking a few buttons, a lot of information is at your rescue. All you need to do is switch on your computer and an ocean of knowledge is there for you. All this comes without spending a single penny on it. Today our education system is swiftly moving away from traditional way of teaching to computer based learning. Even our agriculture and industrial sectors are rapidly adopting computer based technology to improve and increase production. To match up with the new software’s, versions and tools, it is necessary to make every citizen not only computer savvy but tech savvy also. These days even the minutest task is done on the internet. To embrace computer education, Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Mission takes the initiative to skill people before they enter the vast industry. Let’s get started and become technology smart with our mission to fulfill the demands of the techno world. I wish them great success in all their Endeavour’s and quest for a better tomorrow. MISSION To be the single source for quality assurance in computer education among the nation's non-formal institutes, after turning out competent IT professionals in large numbers, MDCSM reach is now being extended to all regions of the country. VISION To be the leader in the development of industry oriented quality education and training and be the country's premier Institution for examination and certification in the field of Information Technology Education & Development. Identifying the nation's best potential and nurturing them into well groomed professional. • To promote Computer Literacy to every nook and corner of the society at nominal fee. •To extend financial flexibility in terms of scholarships and stipends to deserving candidates. •To bring down Computer Education to the grassroots level. •To provide placement assistance to deserving candidates. •To eradicate anything, like Computer Phobia. •To work out specific courses designed as per current job scenario, in order to provide a well trained workforce to the corporate sector.Affiliation Process Guidelines For Authorized Learning Center MDCSM (Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Mission) is a Mission to literate the masses in computer education. For This great mission Maharshi Dayanand computer saksharta Mission requires thousands of people. No great mission can Be fulfilled without the participation of the maximum number of the peoples and organization. First of all on Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Mission we must thank you and appreciate you for your kind interest in Authorized Learning Center (ALC) enquiry. If you want to have ALC in any District, City, village or Area, all over India then as per the requirements you must have one theory room (20x15 Sq. feet), one practical room (15x10 Sq.feet) with 3 - 5 computers, one office and teaching staff. To get affiliation Institute should have to submit an online affiliation form and pay authorization fees through Online Payment or Demand Draft in favour of "Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Sansthan" Payable at Allahabad and send it to our Head Office with required documents. Documents Required 1. Printout of Completely filled online Application Form. 2. Demand draft in favour of Maharshi Dayanand Computer Saksharta Sansthan payable at Allahabad OR Printout of Online payment receipt. 3. Photocopy of Institute registration letter (if any). OR ID and address proof of Institution Head.

To inquire more about computer center affiliation or institute affiliation, call us on the given numbers 7080088331, 7083388332

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PMGDISHA Refresher Training CSC - 2-3 hours to Trained Students

PMGDISHA Refresher Training CSC – 2-3 hours to Trained Students

PMGDISHA Refresher Training CSC PMGDISHA Refresher Training CSC – 2-3 hours Training For Already  Trained Students under Pradhan Mantri Grameen Digital Saksharta Mission: दोस्तों अगर आप एक CSC Vle है! और आपने CSC PMGDISHA के भीतर अपने गाँव के लोगो को Computer Internet की मुफ्त में Training करवाई है! जिसके लिए प्रति स्टूडेंट आपको 297 रूपये CSC की तरफ से आपके Digipay Wallet में दिया जाता है! तो आप…

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One of the series of films made for the Government of India. Shoot location Faridabad. The Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (DISHA) or National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM) Scheme has been formulated to impart IT training to 52.5 lakh persons, including Anganwadi and ASHA workers and authorized ration dealers in all the States/UTs across the country

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Online learning in times of coronavirus: Net-based learning can't be temporary measure, must be part of education policy

As the lockdown initiated due to the coronavirus pandemic has been extended, one of the biggest concerns has been the disruption to education. Schools and colleges at all levels have been shut. Entrance and recruitment exams have been postponed. The latest UNESCO report on the impact of COVID-19 on education has noted that around 32 crore students in India have been affected by this.

The government, in its directions, has recognised this and encouraged educational institutions to engage with students and provide counselling support during this time. The other aspect that has been seen is the push for online education and e-learning during this time.

In the Ministry of Home Affairs' notification issued on 15 April — which contains the guidelines issued for the lockdown period till 3 May, it is mentioned that online learning is to be encouraged and institutions must adhere to the academic calendar through online education. This could have worked if India had the infrastructure or the digital literacy levels to support this. Regrettably, the country is lacking in both.

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First, let's look at the issue of infrastructure. As per the latest data from TRAI in February 2020, India has around 115 crore wireless subscribers, of which around 66 crore have access to broadband-quality internet. Broadband in India is defined as equal to/or above 512 kbps in terms of download speed. So in a country of around 130 crore, around half currently has access to a decent standard of internet.

If we look specifically at the feasibility of conducting online classes, we have to look at the question of infrastructure from two perspectives — that of the school and of the student. Now, some select private schools may have the infrastructure to move all their classroom processes online, but the same cannot be presumed of most private and government schools across the country. Our education system is already besieged with various infrastructure issues such as the lack of classrooms and toilets, open spaces and recreational facilities etc. To expect all schools to be able to deliver online education is problematic.

According to an Annual Status of Education (ASER) study conducted in 2018, in 596 government schools belonging to 619 districts, only 21.3 percent of students had access to computers in their schools. Now let's look at this from the perspective of students. Again, only some students from privileged families may have access to computers and personal smartphones or tablets. The 2011 Census reveals just 9.4 percent of households in the country had either a laptop or a computer, and only three percent of these homes had an internet connection.

While 20 percent of urban households and five percent of rural households owned a computer or laptop, a mere one percent of rural Indian households owned a computer with internet access. Even if we assume that these numbers have doubled or tripled over the past decade, that still leaves out a large number of people. Even with the increase in smartphone ownership, not many students in low-income households and rural areas may have access to computers, personal smartphones or reliable internet connections, which would allow them to participate in online learning initiatives.

Second, there is the question of digital literacy, where the situation gets bleaker. The National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM) was approved in March 2014 and had a target to train 10 lakh citizens in select districts. Subsequently, the Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (DISHA) was approved in December 2014 with an additional target of 42.5 lakh candidates across the country. The only difference between the two schemes is that in DISHA, besides common citizens, ASHA workers, government functionaries and Fair Price shop workers were also trained.

The coverage targets have been increased under the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA), which seeks to make six crore persons in rural India digitally literate. However, Till October 2018, around two crore individuals have been covered, which is just 1.67 percent of India's population.  These schemes are mostly focused on rural areas, leaving us with no reliable indicators about the number of people in India who can be called digitally literate.

Onto the topic of school students. and in response to an RTI filed in November 2019, asking for details of digital literacy numbers amongst school students, this writer was directed to the ICT syllabus created under the national policy on ICT in school education. There are some positive aspects to this course design, specifically how the structure for students from Classes 1 to 5 focuses on using games to familiarise children with different tasks.

One flaw here is the focus on computers as the unit of training, rather than smartphones. This ignores how technology penetration is happening in India, with many first-time users coming online directly on smartphones and skipping computers entirely. This means there is a requirement for expensive IT infrastructure, as well as broadband connectivity, to make these courses possible — again ignoring the realities of school infrastructure in India, creating a digital divide among students and favouring the more privileged ones.

This can be seen in how the syllabus mentions that since ICT infrastructure may not be available in all schools, state boards can come up with a different method of assessment, leading to a lack of standardisation in the assessment of digital literacy levels among students of different states, and affecting the quality of skills learnt by students from poorer states.

It is important to point out that none of what we have discussed currently applies to students in the Kashmir Valley, where the government has restricted access to high speed internet, thus denying them the ability to access any online learning resources. It would be unfair to blame the government for being underprepared for enabling online education during this time, because no government has been prepared for the extraordinary situation created by COVID-19. However, there are long-term benefits to be achieved if the State attempts to mainstream digital literacy and enable online education in its efforts.

Digital literacy cannot be defined in a limited way as just the ability to use computers. It must comprise of a range of skills, such as the use of digital tools, ability to process information, create and share knowledge on social networks and other skills that are increasingly becoming vital to progress in a professional environment. Digital literacy must be seen as a life skill since technology is penetrating all aspects of our life now. It is important that education in India keep up with this.

There must be a specific component in the education budget that looks at enabling online learning in the education system. This must focus on infrastructure creation, skill development initiatives and teacher training. Teachers must be motivated and trained in order to have optimum utilisation of this infrastructure. It is the State's responsibility to ensure that children from less privileged communities do not suffer by being placed on the wrong side of the digital divide.

Digital literacy must be prioritised from the primary school level onwards, especially in the case of girl students in rural India, who are often forced to discontinue their education after the primary or secondary level due to a lack of opportunities and/or social and familial pressure. We are living in an information society and the State is obligated to ensure that our children are fully prepared for it. Promoting online learning cannot be seen as a temporary measure, but must be integrated into the overall education policy of the country.

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Digital India is a campaign launched by the Government of India in order to ensure the Government's services are made available to citizens electronically by improved online infrastructure and by increasing Internet connectivity or making the country digitally empowered in the field of technology.[1][2] The initiative includes plans to connect rural areas with high-speed internet networks. Digital India consists of three core components: the development of secure and stable digital infrastructure, delivering government services digitally, and universal digital literacy.

Launched on 1 July 2015 by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it is both enabler and beneficiary of other key Government of India schemes, such as BharatNet, Make in India, Startup India and Standup India, industrial corridors, Bharatmala, Sagarmala

As of 31 December 2018, India had a population of 130 crore people (1.3 billion), 123 crore (1.23 billion) Aadhaar digital biometric identity cards, 121 crore (1.21 billion) mobile phones, 44.6 crore (446 million) smartphones, 56 crore (560 million) internet users up from 481 million people (35% of the country's total population) in December 2017, and 51 per cent growth in e-commerce.[3][4]

The Government of India's entity Bharat Broadband Network Limited (BBNL) which executes the BharatNet project is the custodian of Digital India (DI) project.[9][10]

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Some of the facilities which will be provided through this initiative are Bharat net, digital locker, e-education, e-health, e-sign, e-shopping and national scholarship portal. As part of Digital India, Indian Government planned to launch Botnet cleaning centers.[11][12]

National e-Governance Plan aimed at bringing all the front-end government services online.

Back-end digitisation

Facilities to digitally empower citizens

MyGov.in is a platform to share inputs and ideas on matters of policy and governance.[13] It is a platform for citizen engagement in governance, through a "Discuss", "Do" and "Disseminate" approach.[7]

UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) is a Government of India all-in-one single unified secure multi-channel multi-platform multi-lingual multi-service freeware mobile app for accessing over 1,200 central and state government services in multiple Indian languages over Android, iOS, Windows and USSD (feature phone) devices, including services such as AADHAAR, DigiLocker, Bharat Bill Payment System, PAN, EPFO services, PMKVY services, AICTE, CBSE, tax and fee or utilities bills payments, education, job search, tax, business, health, agriculture, travel, Indian railway tickets bookings, birth certificates, e-District, e-Panchayat, police clearance, passport, other utility services from private companies and much more.[14]

eSign framework allows citizens to digitally sign a document online using Aadhaar authentication.[7]

Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Mobile app is being used by people and Government organisations for achieving the goals of Swachh Bharat Mission.[7]

eHospital application provides important services such as online registration, payment of fees and appointment, online diagnostic reports, enquiring availability of blood online, etc.[15][16]

Digital attendance: attendance.gov.in was launched by PM Narendra Modi on 1 July 2015[5] to keep a record of the attendance of government employees on a real-time basis.[17] This initiative started with implementation of a common Biometric Attendance System (BAS) in the central government offices located in Delhi.[18]

Black money eradication: The 2016 Union budget of India announced 11 technology initiatives including the use of data analytics to nab tax evaders, creating a substantial opportunity for IT companies to build out the systems that will be required.[19] Digital Literacy mission will cover six crore rural households.[19] It is planned to connect 550 farmer markets in the country through the use of technology.[20]

Digital Locker facility will help citizens to digitally store their important documents like PAN card, passport, mark sheets and degree certificates. Digital Locker will provide secure access to Government-issued documents. It uses authenticity services provided by Aadhaar. It is aimed at eliminating the use of physical documents and enables the sharing of verified electronic documents across government agencies. Three key stakeholders of DigiLocker are Citizen, Issuer and requester.[7][21][22]

BPO and job growth: The government is planning to create 28,000 seats of BPOs in various states and set up at least one Common Service Centre in each of the gram panchayats in the state.[23]

e-Sampark Vernacular email service: Out of 10% English speaking Indians, only 2% reside in rural areas. Rest everyone depends on their vernacular language for all living their lives. However, as of now, email addresses can only be created in the English language. To connect rural India with Digital India, the Government of India impelled email services provider giants including Gmail, office, and Rediff to provide the email address in regional languages. The email provider companies have shown positive sign and is working in the same process.[24] An Indian-based company, Data Xgen Technologies Pvt Ltd, has launched world's first free linguistic email address under the name ‘DATAMAIL’[25] which allows creating email ids in 8 Indian languages, English; and three foreign languages – Arabic, Russian and Chinese. Over the period of time, the email service in 22 languages will be offered by Data XGen Technologies.[26]

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Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan is being executed by PMGDisha with an outlay of Rs 2,351.38 crore with the objective of making 6 crore rural households digitally literate by March 2020.[27][28][29] Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (abbreviated as PMGDisha[30]) is an initiative under Digital India program, approved by The Union Cabinet chaired by the PM Narendra Modi.[31][32] The main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan is to make 6 crore people in rural areas across India digitally literate, reaching around 40% of rural households by covering one member from every eligible household.[33][34][35]

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Annual Digital India Summit & Awards are held.[36]

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AP CM Dashboard (Core Dashboard) is an aggregator of the information generating from various departments and displayed on a single screen. It is the brainchild of tech-savvy Chief minister of Andhra pradesh Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu and first of this kind platform in India. It is being developed and managing by Real Time Governance Society (RTGS), a special department created[37] to look after operations of RTGS state control center. One can check all the department activities on a real-time basis and the data displayed on the screen is monitored by department heads. Being the first state to make use of this technology, the initiative has received tremendous appreciation from various realms including NITI Aayog[38] and International political platform called High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) at the international conference on sustainable development held in New York. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu can execute various operations under the government while sitting in the room. All the departments share the progress of various projects on a Real-time basis.[39] There are daily, quarterly, monthly, and yearly updations too. Everything displayed on the dashboard is open to citizens and they can take the note. The look and design of the website make it user-friendly and people can have easy access. The information displayed is simple and clear. One can have access to the data sets like the current rainfall status, how many street lights have installed, and how many are working and so on. The dashboard has other features like multi-star rating, key performance indicators and government ranking.[40]

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Taking a step further in e-Governance, for the first time[41] ever in the country, Andhra Pradesh government led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and his Council of Ministers had its first paperless e-Cabinet meeting by Using the app e-Cabinet a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country. The ministers accessed the entire agenda of the Cabinet meeting in electronic form by logging into the app on their laptops or Tabs.[42] The features of the app to prevent the user from sharing it with anyone. Also, there is safety to the data as it is password-protected unlike in the conventional method where papers could easily be taken away from the member of the Cabinet by anyone.

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E-Pragati, the Andhra Pradesh State Enterprise Architecture, is a holistic and coherent framework designed[43] to provide 750 services to over 30 million citizens by integrating 34 departments on a single platform.Unlike computerizing one department or service in state, e-Pragati aimed to computerize all departments and services in the state. Through this, the citizens will have a seamless service experience as they no longer have to go to government offices and can access the services from anywhere in the world. With e-Pragati platform, the government is making an effort to reach every citizen and serve them effectively.

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Bhudhaar is an E-Governance project that is intended to assign a 11 Digits unique number[44] to every land parcel in the state of Andhra Pradesh[45] as part of the "land hub in E-Pragati programme".[46] First of this kind platform in India to addressing issues in land record management Bhuseva Authority, an inter-departmental committee was formulated to implement and monitor the progress.[47] Eventually all land related transactions will use Bhudhaar as single source of truth to reduces land related disputes. On 18-Feb 2019 Andhra pradesh Assembly given its consent to the legal usage of Bhudhaar Number in land documents.

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Electronic crop booking (e- Crop booking) is an Android application launched[48] with a local name called e-Panta, first of this kind platform designed in India to know the ground reality of the crop details and to analyse the crop pattern across the Andhra Pradesh state and to capture the standing crop in the state. Photographs as evidence in the case of crop damage and insurance are also available as the arable land in the state has been captured in latitude and longitude along with subdivision and occupancy. All field officers are trained to capture the crop details in the existing agricultural fields using tabs and to upload the crop details to the server for every crop season.[49] The features include an online transfer of crop details to Webland (land record management website), evidence in the case of crop damage for insurance, evidence for crop loans by banks, crop pattern and water tax demand analysis, and GPS location of each land parcel across the state. The mobile app covers land use and the entire Pattadar's history of land cover.[50]

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Loan charge creation project of Government of Andhra Pradesh, first of this kind in is initially developed in India to curtail bogus and multiple loans issued[51] to the farmers. By using this module, Bankers can verify the land details in adangal and ROR‐1B copies and also know whether any loan is taken on the same land. The financial institutions like banks, Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) and Sub Registrar offices of Registration Department spread across the State of Andhra Pradesh are covered under the application. Nearly 78 lakhs of farmers, 2.25 crores people of the State are covered under the project along with 61 Major Banks, PACS and District Cooperative Central Bank (DCCBs) having 6000 branches are using[52] this application to deliver the loans and for creating charges on the land.

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The programme has been favoured by multiple countries including the US, Japan, South Korea, the UK, Canada, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Uzbekistan and Vietnam.[53]

At the launch ceremony of Digital India Week by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on 1 July 2015,[54] top CEOs from India and abroad committed to invest ₹224.5 lakh crore (US$3.2 trillion) towards this initiative. The CEOs said the investments would be utilized towards making smartphones and internet devices at an affordable price in India which would help generate jobs in India as well as reduce the cost of importing them from abroad.[55]

Leaders from Silicon Valley, San Jose, California expressed their support for Digital India during PM Narendra Modi's visit in September 2015. Facebook's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, changed his profile picture in support of Digital India and started a chain on Facebook and promised to work on WiFi Hotspots in rural area of India.[56] Google committed to provide broadband connectivity on 500 railway stations in India. Microsoft agreed to provide broadband connectivity to five hundred thousand villages in India and make India its cloud hub through Indian data centres. Qualcomm announced an investment of US$150 million in Indian startups.[57] Oracle plans to invest in 20 states and will work on payments and Smart city initiatives.[58] However, back in India, cyber experts expressed their concern over internet.org and viewed the Prime Minister's bonhomie with Zuckerberg as the government's indirect approval of the controversial initiative.[59] The Statesman reported, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi's chemistry with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg at the social media giant's headquarters in California may have been greeted enthusiastically in Silicon Valley but back home several social media enthusiasts and cyber activists are disappointed."[60] Later the Prime Minister office clarified that net neutrality will be maintained at all costs and vetoed the Basic Internet plans.[59] Digital India has also been influential in promoting the interests of the Indian Railways.[61]

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Several academic scholars have critiqued ICTs in development. Some take issue with technological determinism, the notion that ICTs are a sure-fire antidote to the world's problems.[62] Instead, governments must adjust solutions to the specific political and social context of their nation.[62] Others note that technology amplifies underlying institutional forces, so technology must be accompanied by significant changes in policy and institutions in order to have meaningful impact.[63][64]

It is being thought that there needs to be more research on the actual worth of these multimillion-dollar government and ICT for development projects. For the most part, the technological revolution in India has benefited the already privileged sectors of Indians.[62] It is also difficult to scale up initiatives to affect all Indians, and fundamental attitudinal and institutional change is still an issue.[65] While much ICT research has been conducted in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat, poorer states such as Bihar and Orissa are rarely mentioned.[65]

Digital India as a programme has been considered by some as a continuation of the long history of bias towards RIL, which has previously manifested in the form of altering TRAI regulations in favour of the company. Reliance Jio has cited the Digital India initiative numerous times for its own marketing purposes.[66]

Internet subscribers had increased to 500 million in India as of April 2017.[67] On 28 December 2015, Panchkula district of Haryana was awarded for being the best as well as top performing district in the state under the Digital India campaign.[68]

India is now adding approximately 10 million daily active internet users monthly, which is the highest rate of addition to the internet community anywhere in the world.[69]

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A computer is a wonderful machine. Its invention brought a revolution in the world. The task of complex to complex calculations became simple. The files were accounted for on the computer. The functioning of banks and offices became smooth. Those tasks took place in minutes which used to take hours and days. Riding on a horse like a computer, humans started talking from the sky. The computer is an amazing thing. It can be called a substitute for the human mind. It can do many types of tasks. It controls the movement of aircraft. It is used in booking air travel and rail journey tickets. It solves bureaucratic confusion in offices. This has simplified the work of clerks. This is the helm of big companies because it blinks in the eye of millions of crores. The stock market is crippled without it. There are countless uses of computers in the publishing world. Its assistance in the printing of newspapers, books, and magazines is notable. Satellites operate through this. It helps a lot in space travel. The twentieth century revolutionized the field of information. Computers had a huge hand in that revolution.

Earlier it was feared that man's work would be lost due to the increasing use of computers. This apprehension later proved to be unmindful. The practice of computers provided employment to crores of people. New avenues of employment opened up for educated youth in India. Computer education started in schools and colleges. The era of information technology started in India. India came in first place in the world in information technology. There was a demand for Indian engineers and technicians worldwide in the manufacture of software. The Internet is being spread through a computer. The Internet is nothing but a web of computers around the world. Websites started on the Internet. Computers became hard-boiling machines. The kind of information that was available in every region in the whole world, it came in everyone's fist. Helped in the development of all Indian languages including Hindi. The business started with an e-mail. Contact between people around the world became easier at home. Newspapers started falling on the computer screen. Politicians started contacting voters through the Internet. E-marketing, e-business, e-ticket booking means everything has become simple and convenient.

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As the lockdown initiated due to the coronavirus pandemic has been extended, one of the biggest concerns has been the disruption to education. Schools and colleges at all levels have been shut. Entrance and recruitment exams have been postponed. The latest UNESCO report on the impact of COVID-19 on education has noted that around 32 crore students in India have been affected by this. The government, in its directions, has recognised this and encouraged educational institutions to engage with students and provide counselling support during this time. The other aspect that has been seen is the push for online education and e-learning during this time. In the Ministry of Home Affairs' notification issued on 15 April — which contains the guidelines issued for the lockdown period till 3 May, it is mentioned that online learning is to be encouraged and institutions must adhere to the academic calendar through online education. This could have worked if India had the infrastructure or the digital literacy levels to support this. Regrettably, the country is lacking in both. Follow all the latest coronavirus updates here First, let's look at the issue of infrastructure. As per the latest data from TRAI in February 2020, India has around 115 crore wireless subscribers, of which around 66 crore have access to broadband-quality internet. Broadband in India is defined as equal to/or above 512 kbps in terms of download speed. So in a country of around 130 crore, around half currently has access to a decent standard of internet. If we look specifically at the feasibility of conducting online classes, we have to look at the question of infrastructure from two perspectives — that of the school and of the student. Now, some select private schools may have the infrastructure to move all their classroom processes online, but the same cannot be presumed of most private and government schools across the country. Our education system is already besieged with various infrastructure issues such as the lack of classrooms and toilets, open spaces and recreational facilities etc. To expect all schools to be able to deliver online education is problematic. According to an Annual Status of Education (ASER) study conducted in 2018, in 596 government schools belonging to 619 districts, only 21.3 percent of students had access to computers in their schools. Now let's look at this from the perspective of students. Again, only some students from privileged families may have access to computers and personal smartphones or tablets. The 2011 Census reveals just 9.4 percent of households in the country had either a laptop or a computer, and only three percent of these homes had an internet connection. While 20 percent of urban households and five percent of rural households owned a computer or laptop, a mere one percent of rural Indian households owned a computer with internet access. Even if we assume that these numbers have doubled or tripled over the past decade, that still leaves out a large number of people. Even with the increase in smartphone ownership, not many students in low-income households and rural areas may have access to computers, personal smartphones or reliable internet connections, which would allow them to participate in online learning initiatives. Second, there is the question of digital literacy, where the situation gets bleaker. The National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM) was approved in March 2014 and had a target to train 10 lakh citizens in select districts. Subsequently, the Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (DISHA) was approved in December 2014 with an additional target of 42.5 lakh candidates across the country. The only difference between the two schemes is that in DISHA, besides common citizens, ASHA workers, government functionaries and Fair Price shop workers were also trained. The coverage targets have been increased under the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA), which seeks to make six crore persons in rural India digitally literate. However, Till October 2018, around two crore individuals have been covered, which is just 1.67 percent of India's population.  These schemes are mostly focused on rural areas, leaving us with no reliable indicators about the number of people in India who can be called digitally literate. Onto the topic of school students. and in response to an RTI filed in November 2019, asking for details of digital literacy numbers amongst school students, this writer was directed to the ICT syllabus created under the national policy on ICT in school education. There are some positive aspects to this course design, specifically how the structure for students from Classes 1 to 5 focuses on using games to familiarise children with different tasks. One flaw here is the focus on computers as the unit of training, rather than smartphones. This ignores how technology penetration is happening in India, with many first-time users coming online directly on smartphones and skipping computers entirely. This means there is a requirement for expensive IT infrastructure, as well as broadband connectivity, to make these courses possible — again ignoring the realities of school infrastructure in India, creating a digital divide among students and favouring the more privileged ones. This can be seen in how the syllabus mentions that since ICT infrastructure may not be available in all schools, state boards can come up with a different method of assessment, leading to a lack of standardisation in the assessment of digital literacy levels among students of different states, and affecting the quality of skills learnt by students from poorer states. It is important to point out that none of what we have discussed currently applies to students in the Kashmir Valley, where the government has restricted access to high speed internet, thus denying them the ability to access any online learning resources. It would be unfair to blame the government for being underprepared for enabling online education during this time, because no government has been prepared for the extraordinary situation created by COVID-19. However, there are long-term benefits to be achieved if the State attempts to mainstream digital literacy and enable online education in its efforts. Digital literacy cannot be defined in a limited way as just the ability to use computers. It must comprise of a range of skills, such as the use of digital tools, ability to process information, create and share knowledge on social networks and other skills that are increasingly becoming vital to progress in a professional environment. Digital literacy must be seen as a life skill since technology is penetrating all aspects of our life now. It is important that education in India keep up with this. There must be a specific component in the education budget that looks at enabling online learning in the education system. This must focus on infrastructure creation, skill development initiatives and teacher training. Teachers must be motivated and trained in order to have optimum utilisation of this infrastructure. It is the State's responsibility to ensure that children from less privileged communities do not suffer by being placed on the wrong side of the digital divide. Digital literacy must be prioritised from the primary school level onwards, especially in the case of girl students in rural India, who are often forced to discontinue their education after the primary or secondary level due to a lack of opportunities and/or social and familial pressure. We are living in an information society and the State is obligated to ensure that our children are fully prepared for it. Promoting online learning cannot be seen as a temporary measure, but must be integrated into the overall education policy of the country.

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New Delhi: CBI has registered a case into an alleged con attempt by Uttar Pradesh-based individuals who created a website named “Narendra Modi Computer Saksharta Mission” to mint money from gullible applicants. A case has been registered against Atul Kumar and Jagmohan Singh, both residents of Kasganj in Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly creating a website to make money in guise of giving admission…

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