{"id":47325,"date":"2026-03-02T16:57:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:27:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=47325"},"modified":"2026-03-02T16:57:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:27:15","slug":"employees-state-insurance-corporation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/","title":{"rendered":"Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation 75th Foundation Year Celebration at Bharat Mandapam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Employees_State_Insurance_Corporation_75th_Foundation_Year_celebration_highlights_ESIC_history_benefits_Ayushman_Bharat_integration_and_key_exam-relevant_facts_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_PSC_aspirants\" >Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation 75th Foundation Year celebration highlights ESIC history, benefits, Ayushman Bharat integration, and key exam-relevant facts for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence and PSC aspirants.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Employees_State_Insurance_Corporation_ESIC_Marks_75th_Foundation_Year_with_Grand_Celebration_in_New_Delhi\" >Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Marks 75th Foundation Year with Grand Celebration in New Delhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Introduction_Historic_Celebration_at_Bharat_Mandapam\" >Introduction: Historic Celebration at Bharat Mandapam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Commemorative_Programs_and_Key_Highlights\" >Commemorative Programs and Key Highlights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Strengthening_Healthcare_Outreach_and_Services\" >Strengthening Healthcare Outreach and Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Key_Partnerships_for_Quality_Healthcare\" >Key Partnerships for Quality Healthcare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Recognition_of_Performance_and_Community_Engagement\" >Recognition of Performance and Community Engagement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Nationwide_Impact_and_Legacy\" >Nationwide Impact and Legacy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Exam_Aspirants\" >Why This News Is Important for Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Relevance_for_Government_Exam_Syllabi\" >Relevance for Government Exam Syllabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Policy_and_Social_Security_Significance\" >Policy and Social Security Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Current_Affairs_and_Government_Initiatives\" >Current Affairs and Government Initiatives<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Historical_Context_ESIC_and_Its_Evolution_in_India\" >Historical Context: ESIC and Its Evolution in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Origins_and_Legislative_Foundation\" >Origins and Legislative Foundation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Growth_Over_Seven_Decades\" >Growth Over Seven Decades<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Integration_with_National_Health_Goals\" >Integration with National Health Goals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Key_Takeaways_from_ESIC75_Celebration\" >Key Takeaways from ESIC@75 Celebration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#1_What_is_the_Employees_State_Insurance_Corporation_ESIC\" >1. What is the Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#2_Under_which_Act_was_ESIC_established\" >2. Under which Act was ESIC established?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#3_Where_was_the_75th_Foundation_Year_of_ESIC_celebrated\" >3. Where was the 75th Foundation Year of ESIC celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#4_Which_Union_Minister_attended_the_75th_Foundation_celebration\" >4. Which Union Minister attended the 75th Foundation celebration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#5_What_major_initiative_was_highlighted_during_the_celebration\" >5. What major initiative was highlighted during the celebration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#6_Who_recommended_the_establishment_of_the_ESI_Scheme\" >6. Who recommended the establishment of the ESI Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#7_What_benefits_are_provided_under_the_ESI_Scheme\" >7. What benefits are provided under the ESI Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#8_Why_is_ESIC_important_for_competitive_exams\" >8. Why is ESIC important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/employees-state-insurance-corporation\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employees_State_Insurance_Corporation_75th_Foundation_Year_celebration_highlights_ESIC_history_benefits_Ayushman_Bharat_integration_and_key_exam-relevant_facts_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_PSC_aspirants\"><\/span>Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation 75th Foundation Year celebration highlights ESIC history, benefits, Ayushman Bharat integration, and key exam-relevant facts for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence and PSC aspirants.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employees_State_Insurance_Corporation_ESIC_Marks_75th_Foundation_Year_with_Grand_Celebration_in_New_Delhi\"><\/span><strong>Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Marks 75th Foundation Year with Grand Celebration in New Delhi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_Historic_Celebration_at_Bharat_Mandapam\"><\/span><strong>Introduction: Historic Celebration at Bharat Mandapam<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation<\/strong> (ESIC) proudly celebrated its <strong>75th Foundation Year at Bharat Mandapam<\/strong>, marking a major milestone in India\u2019s social security history. The celebration, held on <strong>24th February 2026<\/strong>, was graced by senior government dignitaries including <strong>Union Minister of Labour &amp; Employment and Youth Affairs &amp; Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya<\/strong>, and the <strong>Secretary, Ministry of Labour &amp; Employment, Ms. Vandana Gurnani<\/strong>. The event showcased ESIC\u2019s journey from its inception to its current expansive role in social security and healthcare services across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Commemorative_Programs_and_Key_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>Commemorative Programs and Key Highlights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To commemorate the Platinum Jubilee, ESIC released a <strong>commemorative coin<\/strong> and published the <strong>ESIC@75 Coffee Table Book<\/strong>, which captures its journey, achievements and transformative initiatives in social protection. The celebration also featured the <strong>launch of the \u201cSwasthya Rath Initiative,\u201d<\/strong> aimed at expanding healthcare outreach to underserved communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Healthcare_Outreach_and_Services\"><\/span><strong>Strengthening Healthcare Outreach and Services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Responding to India\u2019s changing labour landscape, ESIC has broadened its reach under the <strong>new Labour Codes<\/strong>, extending social security benefits to workers in <strong>unorganised and gig sectors<\/strong> and implementing <strong>annual health check-up programs<\/strong> for workers above 40 years of age. These initiatives reflect ESIC\u2019s evolving mandate to promote preventive healthcare and protect workers\u2019 welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Partnerships_for_Quality_Healthcare\"><\/span><strong>Key Partnerships for Quality Healthcare<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the event, ESIC signed crucial <strong>Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs)<\/strong> with the <strong>National Health Authority<\/strong> and the <strong>National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories<\/strong>. The NHA partnership aims to combine ESIC\u2019s scheme with <strong>Ayushman Bharat \u2013 Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY)<\/strong> to strengthen healthcare delivery and expand access to quality services. The NABL tie-up focuses on enhancing laboratory and diagnostic standards across ESIC facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognition_of_Performance_and_Community_Engagement\"><\/span><strong>Recognition of Performance and Community Engagement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Best Performance Awards were presented to top-performing ESIC field offices and medical institutions, recognising their excellence in healthcare administration and service delivery. An exhibition displayed the organisation\u2019s <strong>evolution and major milestones<\/strong>, reinforcing ESIC\u2019s foundational role in India\u2019s social security ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nationwide_Impact_and_Legacy\"><\/span><strong>Nationwide Impact and Legacy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Started in <strong>1952 with just a single dispensary<\/strong> and 1.2 lakh beneficiaries, ESIC has grown into a vast network comprising <strong>over 166 hospitals, 17 medical colleges and around 1,600 dispensaries<\/strong>, serving more than <strong>15 crore beneficiaries<\/strong> across India. This expansion underscores ESIC\u2019s pivotal role in healthcare provision and economic protection for millions of workers and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Employees\u2019-State-Insurance-Corporation\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation\" title=\"Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Government_Exam_Syllabi\"><\/span><strong>Relevance for Government Exam Syllabi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the <strong>Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)<\/strong> and its role in India\u2019s social security framework is crucial for aspirants in exams that include <strong>General Studies, Economy &amp; Social Justice, Labour Welfare, and Government Schemes<\/strong> (e.g., UPSC Prelims &amp; Mains GS-II\/III, SSC CGL, Banking &amp; Insurance exams). ESIC\u2019s initiatives reflect major policy shifts in <strong>labour rights, healthcare and inclusion of workers in unorganised sectors.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_and_Social_Security_Significance\"><\/span><strong>Policy and Social Security Significance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ESIC embodies India\u2019s commitment to <strong>worker welfare and preventive healthcare<\/strong>, which are significant priorities in budgetary planning, social security policy and labour reforms. Its expansion highlights the impact of <strong>Labour Codes<\/strong> and government schemes such as <strong>Ayushman Bharat<\/strong> aimed at universal health coverage\u2014topics frequently asked in exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Current_Affairs_and_Government_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Current Affairs and Government Initiatives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The release of a <strong>commemorative coin<\/strong>, signing of MoUs with health agencies, and launch of outreach initiatives reflect the government\u2019s efforts toward <strong>holistic healthcare delivery<\/strong> and <strong>institutional strengthening<\/strong>, which are important current affairs themes in examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_ESIC_and_Its_Evolution_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: ESIC and Its Evolution in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origins_and_Legislative_Foundation\"><\/span><strong>Origins and Legislative Foundation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)<\/strong> was established in <strong>1952<\/strong> under the <strong>Employees\u2019 State Insurance Act, 1948<\/strong>, one of India\u2019s earliest social security legislations. It was designed based on the recommendations of the <strong>B.P. Adarkar Committee<\/strong> report, which aimed to provide <strong>health insurance and social security benefits<\/strong> to industrial workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growth_Over_Seven_Decades\"><\/span><strong>Growth Over Seven Decades<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From its inception serving a modest number of beneficiaries, ESIC gradually expanded its footprint across the nation. Today, it operates in <strong>713 districts<\/strong> and delivers comprehensive benefits \u2014 covering <strong>medical care, sickness, maternity, disablement, employment injury, unemployment support and pensions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integration_with_National_Health_Goals\"><\/span><strong>Integration with National Health Goals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the decades, ESIC\u2019s contributions became central to India\u2019s broader goal of <strong>inclusive social security<\/strong>, especially under initiatives like <strong>Ayushman Bharat<\/strong> and through enhanced integration with national health missions. This synergy reflects the government\u2019s emphasis on universal health coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_ESIC75_Celebration\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from ESIC@75 Celebration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>ESIC celebrated its 75th Foundation Year at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>A commemorative coin and ESIC@75 Coffee Table Book were released.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>MoUs were signed with NHA and NABL to strengthen healthcare services.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>ESIC expanded healthcare outreach, including the Swasthya Rath Initiative.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>ESIC now serves over 15 crore beneficiaries with hospitals, medical colleges &amp; dispensaries nationwide.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Employees_State_Insurance_Corporation_ESIC\"><\/span><strong>1. What is the Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour &amp; Employment that administers the Employees\u2019 State Insurance (ESI) Scheme. It provides medical, cash, maternity, disability, and dependent benefits to insured workers and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Under_which_Act_was_ESIC_established\"><\/span><strong>2. Under which Act was ESIC established?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ESIC was established under the Employees\u2019 State Insurance Act, 1948. The Act came into force in 1952 and is one of India\u2019s earliest social security legislations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Where_was_the_75th_Foundation_Year_of_ESIC_celebrated\"><\/span><strong>3. Where was the 75th Foundation Year of ESIC celebrated?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 75th Foundation Year celebration was held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_Union_Minister_attended_the_75th_Foundation_celebration\"><\/span><strong>4. Which Union Minister attended the 75th Foundation celebration?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event was attended by Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Labour &amp; Employment and Youth Affairs &amp; Sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_major_initiative_was_highlighted_during_the_celebration\"><\/span><strong>5. What major initiative was highlighted during the celebration?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The integration of ESIC services with Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) was emphasized to strengthen healthcare delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_recommended_the_establishment_of_the_ESI_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>6. Who recommended the establishment of the ESI Scheme?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme was based on recommendations of the B. P. Adarkar Committee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_benefits_are_provided_under_the_ESI_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>7. What benefits are provided under the ESI Scheme?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme provides medical care, sickness benefit, maternity benefit, disablement benefit, dependent benefit, and unemployment allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Why_is_ESIC_important_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span><strong>8. 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