100 Must-Know Abbreviations for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Social Development in India

Unlocking the Language of Progress: 100 Must-Know Abbreviations for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Social Development in India

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has always been a crucial part of India’s corporate ethos. Since the introduction of mandated CSR expenditure in the Companies Act, of 2013, it has become even more significant. Indian corporations are mandated to spend 2% of their net profit on CSR activities, leading to an increased focus on the area.

The CSR landscape in India is vast and diverse, encompassing a wide array of areas such as education, health, environment, women’s empowerment, and many more. Various government schemes, regulations, and initiatives are associated with these areas, making the understanding of abbreviations and acronyms related to CSR and social development crucial.

To ensure an effective CSR strategy and to align with the broader social objectives of the nation, companies, NGOs, government agencies, and other stakeholders need to be familiar with these abbreviations. From understanding the nuances of MDGs (Millennium Development Goals) and SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), the structure of organizations like NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) and NPOs (Non-Profit Organizations), to grasp the essence of government initiatives such as PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana), it is imperative to be well-versed with these terms.

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This comprehensive list of 100 must-know abbreviations related to CSR and Social Development in the Indian context is a handy tool to stay informed, contribute meaningfully to discussions, and create impactful strategies.

1. Aadhaar: Unique Identification Number
2. AICTE: All India Council for Technical Education
3. APL: Above Poverty Line
4. ASHA: Accredited Social Health Activist
5. ASSOCHAM: Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
6. AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy
7. BBBP: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
8. BPL: Below Poverty Line
9. CBO: Community-Based Organization
10. CER: Corporate Environmental Responsibility
11. CII: Confederation of Indian Industry
12. CSR: Corporate Social Responsibility
13. CSR Hub: CSR Hub India
14. DBT: Direct Benefit Transfer
15. EIA: Environmental Impact Assessment
16. ESG: Environmental, Social and Governance
17. FICCI: Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry
18. FSSAI: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
19. HDI: Human Development Index
20. IAY: Indira Awaas Yojana
21. ICAR: Indian Council of Agricultural Research
22. ICDS: Integrated Child Development Services
23. ICPS: Integrated Child Protection Scheme
24. IEC: Information, Education and Communication
25. IMR: Infant Mortality Rate
26. IWMP: Integrated Watershed Management Programme
27. JSY: Janani Suraksha Yojana
28. JNNURM: Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission
29. KVIC: Khadi and Village Industries Commission
30. MGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
31. MDGs: Millennium Development Goals
32. MMR: Maternal Mortality Rate
33. MoEFCC: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
34. MSME: Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
35. NABARD: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
36. NABH: National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers
37. NAAC: National Assessment and Accreditation Council
38. NCD: Non-Communicable Diseases
39. NFHS: National Family Health Survey
40. NFSA: National Food Security Act
41. NGO: Non-Governmental Organization
42. NIRD: National Institute of Rural Development
43. NITI: National Institution for Transforming India
44. NMEW: National Mission for Empowerment of Women
45. NPO: Non-Profit Organization
46. NRLM: National Rural Livelihoods Mission
47. NSAP: National Social Assistance Programme
48. NSDC: National Skill Development Corporation
49. NULM: National Urban Livelihoods Mission
50. NYKS: Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan
51. OBC: Other Backward Classes
52. PDS: Public Distribution System
53. PHC: Primary Health Centre
54. PMAY: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
55. PMEGP: Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme
56. PMGSY: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
57. PMJDY: Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
58. PMKVY: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
59. PMMVY: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
60. PMSSY: Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana
61. POSH ACT – Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
62. PSE: Pre-School Education
63. PWD: Person With a Disability
64. RCH: Reproductive and Child Health
65. RGGVY: Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojana
66. RSBY: Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana
67. RTE: Right to Education
68. RURBAN: Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission
69. SAGY: Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana
70. SBM: Swachh Bharat Mission
71. SC/ST: Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes
72. SDGs: Sustainable Development Goals
73. SEBI: Securities and Exchange Board of India
74. SHG: Self-Help Group
75. SPM: Social Performance Management
76. SPMRM: Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission
77. SRI: System of Rice Intensification
78. TDS: Total Dissolved Solids
79. TFR: Total Fertility Rate
80. UGC: University Grants Commission
81. UIDAI: Unique Identification Authority of India
82. UJALA: Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All
83. UNDP: United Nations Development Programme
84. UNESCO: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
85. UNICEF: United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund
86. WASH: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
87. WEF: World Economic Forum
88. WHO: World Health Organization
89. NREGS: National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
90. PMUY: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
91. NRDWP: National Rural Drinking Water Programme
92. NULM: National Urban Livelihoods Mission
93. NRLM: National Rural Livelihood Mission
94. NREGA: National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
95. NSDC: National Skill Development Corporation
96. NSAP: National Social Assistance Programme
97. NSSO: National Sample Survey Office
98. NYKS: Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan
99. PDS: Public Distribution System
100. PMGSY: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana

Understanding this lexicon helps facilitate efficient communication, effective planning, and meaningful contributions to the sustainable and equitable growth of our nation. As we continue our collective efforts towards social development, let’s leverage this knowledge to amplify our impact and move closer to achieving our goals.

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