Decoding BJP's White Paper vs Congress' Black Paper

Congress's 'Black Paper'

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge unveiled the party’s ‘Black Paper’ in response to the Centre’s planned ‘White Paper’ for the Parliament’s Budget session.

PM Modi's Silence on PSU Jobs

Kharge criticised PM Narendra Modi for not acknowledging the number of jobs created by PSUs established under Pandit Jawaharlal Nehrus leadership.

PM Modi's Deflection Of Govt Failures

Kharge further accused PM Modi of deflecting attention from his governments failures by focusing on past issues and Nehrus legacy during parliamentary speeches.

Neglecting Non-BJP Ruled States

Kharge highlighted the Centres alleged neglect of states governed by non-BJP parties, pointing out disparities in fund allocation and support.

Concerns About Democracy

Kharge expressed concerns about democracy, citing instances of MLAs switching sides and Congress governments being toppled by the BJP.

Issues In The 'Black Paper'

The black paper addresses various issues including unemployment, price rise, farmers’ distress, failure to conduct a caste census, and injustices against women.

White Paper: Comparison Of Economic Performance

The proposed White Paper aims to compare the economic performance of the Congress-led UPA government with that of the BJP-led NDA government over a 10-year period.

Presentation By Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the White Paper in both Houses of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, and Lok Sabha.

Focus Of The White Paper

The White Paper seeks to assess the economic trajectory from the pre-2014 period to the present, identifying lessons from previous mismanagement.

White Paper: Definition, Purpose

A White Paper is a government document presenting new policies, issues, and achievements based on research and information. It serves to educate and guide decision-making in politics, business, and technical fields.

White Paper: Access, Use

White Papers are typically publicly accessible and provide authoritative insights into addressing various issues and challenges.