Which among the following is not the area of the concern of social def

Which among the following is not the area of the concern of social defense under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment ?

Substance abuse prevention
Care of older persons
Beggary prevention and welfare of transgenders
Minimum wages of labour
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UPSC SO-Steno – 2018
Minimum wages of labour is not an area of concern falling under the social defense mandate of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
– The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is responsible for the welfare, social justice, and empowerment of disadvantaged and marginalized sections of society.
– Its areas of concern under social defense and related divisions typically include programs for vulnerable groups such as persons with disabilities, older persons, victims of substance abuse, beggars, transgender persons, and often aspects related to correctional services and prevention of social deviance.
– Minimum wages for labour are primarily dealt with by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, which is responsible for formulating and implementing labour laws, including those related to wages, industrial relations, social security for workers, etc.
Options A, B, and C (Substance abuse prevention, Care of older persons, Beggary prevention and welfare of transgenders) are all established areas of focus for the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment under its various departments and schemes.
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