Question 8GS2GS2
Absence of a robust social infrastructure in the country may become one of the most significant challenges in achieving a developed status by 2047. Discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
India aspires for UN 2030 results, ranking 1,129 in Human Development Index in South Asia. Develop Index shows only 2nd lowest status in South Asia.
25 words
Main Body
Absence of Robust Social Infrastructure
Health sector deficiencies:
Doctor to patient ratio: 1:1456 (against WHO standard of 1:5000)
Healthcare beds: 14 beds per lakh population
Out-of-pocket expenditure: 49.8% for poor and 20% outside insurance coverage
Deficiency of doctors in primary health care
Education sector challenges:
Approximately 20-30% of schools lack permanent buildings
Teacher absenteeism is widespread
Power supply issues in remote villages affecting learning outcomes
Remedial Steps for Robust Social Infrastructure:
Health Sector:
PPP forecast for robust PHCs (Primary Health Centres)
NMC vision for adequate doctor availability in underserved areas
Affordability of medicines through subsidies
Insurance service expansion: Ayush, NIS, UK schemes
Education Sector:
School improvement through PMSHRI scheme
Reform of teacher recruitment mechanisms
FCRA Reforms
Civil Society Capacity Builders
Governance:
Social Audit and Monitoring mechanisms
Multi-stakeholder involvement as child bodies
148 words6 paragraphs17 bullet points
Conclusion
Social Audit of Developed country by 2047.
7 words
Answer continues on next page
- Uses specific statistical data (1:1456 doctor ratio, 49.8% out-of-pocket expenditure)
- Addresses both health and education sectors comprehensively
- Provides comparative benchmark (WHO standard)
- Identifies structural challenges systematically
Topper
ADITYA HRIDAY UPADHYAY
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Issues Relating to Development & Management of Social Sector/Services
Health and Education Infrastructure
Social infrastructure deficiency and its impact on development
Writing Stats
180
Total words
6
Paragraphs
17
Bullets