Coast Guard reforms unveiled by Rajnath Singh to advance gender parity and streamline bereavement benefits

Another reform simplifies the process of granting ex-gratia compensation to the families of personnel reported missing at sea while on duty

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Prelims-testable facts

01The Indian Coast Guard has been granted the status of a maritime force by the Ministry of Defence.
02The Coast Guard is responsible for protecting India's maritime interests and ensuring the safety of shipping lanes.
03Rajnath Singh unveiled two key policy reforms for the Indian Coast Guard to promote gender parity in induction and service conditions.
04The reforms aim to simplify the process of granting ex-gratia compensation to families of personnel reported missing at sea while on duty.
05Ex-gratia compensation is a form of financial assistance provided to families of personnel who are reported missing or have died while on duty.
06The Indian Coast Guard has been working towards promoting gender equality and increasing the representation of women in its ranks.

Trap alerts

Most people think the Coast Guard is an independent force, but actually it operates under the Ministry of Defence.
Most people think ex-gratia compensation is a one-time payment, but actually it can be provided periodically to families of missing personnel.

Mains Practice Question

Critically examine the implications of recent Coast Guard reforms on gender equality and personnel welfare.

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Prelims Practice MCQ

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Which ministry is responsible for the Coast Guard?

The Ministry of Defence is responsible for the Coast Guard, a key maritime security agency.