“Demographic Dividend in India will remain only theoretical unless our manpower becomes more educated, aware, skilled and creative.” What measures have been taken by the government to enhance the capacity of our population to be more productive and employable?

Points to Remember: Demographic dividend: The economic growth potential that can result from shifts in a population’s age structure, mainly a rising share of working-age people. India’s demographic dividend: India is experiencing a period where a large proportion of its population is of working age. Realizing this potential requires a skilled and productive workforce. Government … Read more

Skill development programmes have succeeded in increasing human resources supply to various sectors. In the context of the statement analyze the linkages between education, skill, and employment.

Points to Remember: The relationship between education, skills, and employment is complex and multifaceted. Skill development programs aim to bridge the gap between education and employment needs. Success depends on alignment with market demands, quality of training, and access to opportunities. Challenges include mismatch of skills, lack of recognition of informal skills, and inadequate infrastructure. … Read more

The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 remains inadequate in promoting incentive-based system for children’s education without generating awareness about the importance of schooling. Analyse.

Points to Remember: The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009. Incentive-based systems in education. Awareness about the importance of schooling. Act’s inadequacies. Analysis of the Act’s effectiveness. Introduction: The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE Act) is a landmark legislation in India, guaranteeing free and … Read more

“Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyze.

Points to Remember: Welfare State: A state where the government plays a key role in protecting and promoting the economic and social well-being of its citizens. Primary Health Structure: The foundational level of healthcare, encompassing preventative care, basic curative services, and health promotion at the community level. Sustainable Development: Development that meets the needs of … Read more

National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030).It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement.

Points to Remember: NEP 2020: Aims to restructure and reorient India’s education system. SDG 4 (2030): Focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. Conformity: Alignment between NEP 2020 and SDG 4’s goals and targets. Critical Examination: Analyzing both strengths and weaknesses of NEP 2020 in achieving SDG … Read more

Do government’s schemes for up-lifting vulnerable and backward communities by protecting required social resources for them, lead to their exclusion in establishing businesses in urban economies?

Points to Remember: Government schemes aim to uplift vulnerable communities. Access to social resources is a key component of these schemes. The question explores potential unintended consequences: exclusion from urban business opportunities. Analysis requires examining both positive and negative impacts. Introduction: Governments worldwide implement numerous schemes to uplift vulnerable and backward communities. These initiatives often … Read more

Does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 ensure effective mechanism for empowerment and inclusion of the intended beneficiaries in the society? Discuss.

Points to Remember: The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 (RPWD Act, 2016) aims to ensure the rights and empowerment of persons with disabilities. The Act’s effectiveness hinges on implementation and enforcement. Challenges include societal attitudes, resource allocation, and accessibility infrastructure. Success depends on collaborative efforts from government, civil society, and individuals. Introduction: The … Read more

Multiplicity of various commissions for the vulnerable sections of the society leads to problems of overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions. Is it better to merge all commissions into an umbrella Human Rights Commission? Argue your case. i

Points to Remember: Overlapping jurisdictions of commissions for vulnerable sections. Duplication of functions among commissions. Proposed merger into an umbrella Human Rights Commission. Advantages and disadvantages of merger. Constitutional implications and practical challenges. Introduction: India has a multitude of commissions dedicated to the welfare and protection of vulnerable sections of society. These include the National … Read more

Examine the main provisions of the National Child Policy and throw light on the status of its implementation.

Points to Remember: Key provisions of the National Child Policy (NCP). Mechanisms for implementation of the NCP. Successes and shortcomings in implementation. Challenges in achieving NCP goals. Suggestions for improved implementation. Introduction: The National Child Policy (NCP), adopted in 1974 and revised in 1992, is a comprehensive framework aimed at ensuring the well-being and development … Read more

Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of policy process.Discuss.

Points to Remember: Lack of awareness among vulnerable sections about welfare schemes. Insufficient involvement of beneficiaries in policy formulation and implementation. Consequences of ineffective scheme performance. Strategies for improving awareness and participation. Introduction: Welfare schemes designed to uplift vulnerable sections of society often fall short of their intended goals. A significant contributing factor is the … Read more