WORKSHOP ON SDGs (Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Env and Eco)

Context: NITI Aayog organizing a workshop at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi, focusing on accelerating progress toward the domestic adoption and implementation of Sustainable Development Goals.

Sustainable Development Goals

• About: It is the universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
• Adopted by: United Nations in 2015 
• Vision: To achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. 
• The 17 SDGs came into force with effect from 1st January 2016 as a part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
• India is one of the signatory countries that has committed to achieving these goals by 2030.
• India’s Ranking in SDGs: India has been ranked 112 out of 162 countries in terms of the SDG Index with a score of 63.45 out of 100.

NITI Aayog

• About: It is the premier policy ‘Think Tank’ of the Union Government, providing both directional and policy inputs.
• Establishment: In 2015 via an executive resolution by replacing the Planning Commission of India
• Objective: To develop a common vision for both the Central and State governments, recognizing that robust states are the foundation of a robust nation.
• To encourage an ongoing environment of competitive and cooperative federalism among the states.