Congress party

The Congress party is an Indian political party that previously held power and launched the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme in 2005, a significant social program providing rural households the legal right to paid work. This scheme, designed to provide unskilled public work, is currently considered a backbone of rural livelihoods in India. While not directly featured in the other articles, the party's legacy is highlighted by the ongoing discussion surrounding job creation and social programs in India. The articles discuss India's challenges with unemployment, efforts to curb hate speech, and strengthening ties with Israel in defense and technology. The Congress party's past policies and current role as an opposition party make it relevant in the context of these discussions, particularly regarding social welfare and economic development.