04 May 2024 PIB
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1. Election Management Bodies (EMBs) 2. Localizing the SDGs: Women in Local Governance in India Lead the Way
1.Election Management Bodies (EMBs)
Syllabus: GS-2, Polity
Prelims: Election Management Bodies (EMBs)
Context: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has invited 75 international visitors from Election Management Bodies (EMBs) of 23 countries to witness the unfolding of the world’s largest elections. Through the Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP), the ECI aims to showcase its commitment to electoral integrity and transparency, providing a platform for global EMBs to observe democratic excellence in action during the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections 2024.
Scale of Participation
- The IEVP will see the participation of 75 delegates representing EMBs and organizations from 23 countries, including Bhutan, Mongolia, Australia, and others.
- Members from the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) and media teams from Bhutan and Israel will also be present.
Objectives of the Programme
- The programme, commencing on May 4th, aims to familiarize foreign EMBs with India’s electoral system and best practices.
- Key officials including Chief Election Commissioner Shri Rajiv Kumar and others will address the delegates on May 5th, providing insights into India’s electoral processes.
Observational Visits
- Delegates will visit six states—Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh—in small groups to observe polls and related preparedness across various constituencies.
- These visits will provide firsthand experience and insights into the conduct of elections in diverse socio-political contexts.
Significance
- The participation of international delegates underscores the ECI’s reputation as a beacon of electoral integrity and transparency.
- The programme facilitates knowledge exchange and fosters international cooperation, contributing to the advancement of global electoral standards.
2.Localizing the SDGs: Women in Local Governance in India Lead the Way
Syllabus: GS-2, Social Justice
Prelims: Localizing the SDGs
Context: Elected women representatives (EWRs) from India’s Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) showcased their leadership and impactful initiatives at the CPD57 Side Event titled “Localizing the SDGs: Women in Local Governance in India Lead the Way” held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on May 3, 2024.Â
- The event highlighted the significant role of women in driving progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through grassroots governance.
Inspiring Initiatives of EWRs
- Three iconic women Panchayat leaders – Smt. Supriya Das Datta, Smt. Kunuku Hema Kumari, and Smt. Neeru Yadav – shared their groundbreaking work in empowering women and girls.
- Their initiatives encompassed various thematic areas including combating child marriage, promoting education, financial inclusion, livelihood opportunities, environmental sustainability, and sports.
Event Highlights
- The Side Event was jointly organized by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) as part of the CPD57 session.
- The interactive presentations by the EWRs showcased the transformative power of grassroots leadership in advancing the localization of SDGs.
Significance
- The event underscored the invaluable contributions of women in local governance towards achieving the SDGs, highlighting the effectiveness of India’s Panchayati Raj model.
- It generated global interest in India’s grassroots governance system, with foreign delegations expressing a desire to learn from and adopt the successful Panchayati Raj model led by women.
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