SMILE survey application for rehabilitation planning
GS II
In the news
The Social Justice Ministry launched the SMILE–Beggary Survey mobile application.
Key facts
- It supports field data collection and monitoring under the rehabilitation sub-scheme.
Why it matters for UPSC
Editorial analysis: Assess rights-sensitive data collection as a basis for service access.
Original source: Press Information BureauSource date: 2026-04-25
Mains practice
How can data improve rehabilitation while protecting vulnerable people?