Guardian Ministers

Guardian Ministers

Question: Which state government has recently announced the appointment of ‘Guardian Ministers’ in the state?
a) Assam
b) Kerala
c) Punjab
d) Nagaland
Ans: a
Context

  • On 27th May 2021 Assam government announced the appointment of ‘Guardian Ministers’ for districts in the state of Assam.

Facts

  • These Guardian Ministers, each a minister of Hemant Biswa Sarma Cabinet, have been given the responsibility of 2-3 districts to take stock of welfare schemes, implementation of infrastructure projects etc.
  • They will not involve directly in the administration and with people of district but will be responsible for administration in the districts under their charge.
  • The guardian ministers will be assigned with a secretary each and both will have to visit their districts at least once a month.
  • They will also have to visit the districts during emergency situations.

By kameshwar shukla

Reference: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/assam-appoints-guardian-ministers-for-its-various-dists-101622023273389.html