How many districts of Rajasthan are covered under the Border Area Development Programme?

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

Rajasthan 3rd Grade Level 1 Official Paper (Held On: 25 Feb, 2023 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Four.

Key Points

The Border Area Development Programme (BADP) is implemented in districts of Rajasthan that share international borders with Pakistan.
In Rajasthan, the four districts covered under BADP are Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Ganganagar.
BADP aims to ensure the development of border areas through infrastructure projects, education, health, and welfare schemes.
The programme was initiated to address challenges in remote border areas and improve living conditions for people residing there.
The Ministry of Home Affairs manages BADP in collaboration with state governments.

Additional Information

International Border of Rajasthan:
- Rajasthan shares a 1,070 km long border with Pakistan.
- It covers districts like Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Ganganagar, which are strategically important.
BADP Objectives:
- Focuses on infrastructure development, such as roads, schools, healthcare facilities, and irrigation projects.
- Aims to reduce migration from border areas by enhancing livelihood opportunities.
Historical Context:
- The BADP was launched in 1986-87 during the Seventh Five-Year Plan.
- Initially, the programme targeted areas along India's western border with Pakistan, later extending to other border states.
Other States Under BADP:
- Besides Rajasthan, states like Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir also benefit from BADP.
- The programme has expanded to address challenges in northeastern states sharing borders with Bhutan, China, and Myanmar.