Integrated Digital Portal for Women & Child Development Launched

Current Context: On 8 Jan 2026, Union Minister Annpurna Devi launched the PANKHUDI integrated digital portal in New Delhi.

• It is a single‑window platform for women and child development programmes.
• The portal connects citizens, NGOs, corporates, NRIs, and government agencies for transparent participation.
• It focuses on nutrition, health, education, welfare, safety, and empowerment of women and children.
• Developed under the vision of Jan Bhagidari, it promotes accountability and ease of living.
• It also strengthens CSR partnerships and enables technology‑driven governance.
• Overall, PANKHUDI aims to make initiatives more inclusive, participatory, and outcome‑oriented.

Question:

Q.1 The 'PANKHUDI' portal, launched recently, is primarily associated with which sector?
a) Digital Infrastructure and Startups
b) Women and Child Development
c) Rural Employment and Skill Development
d) Corporate Affairs and Finance

Answer: b) The PANKHUDI digital portal is a "single-window platform for women and child development programmes."