Question 9discussGS2GS1
Unemployment is not just an economic challenge, but a social one with far-reaching consequences. In this context, discuss the social impact of unemployment in the country.
Introduction
Unemployment is a situation wherein a person who is willing to work & is able to work is unable to find work
22 words
Main Body
Social Impact of Unemployment:
1Increases pressure on elderly as younger generations are not able to support them
2Pushes people to crime
3Can lead to mental health issues like anxiety, depression etc - 10% of adults in India suffer from mental disorders
4Impact on children as parents cannot afford nutritious food, quality education & healthcare
5Can push individuals to drugs & alcohol - Link between high unemployment & drug use in Punjab
6Leads to rising inequality - Hl richest 1% of nations are wealth
7More no. of slums in urban regions - over 6.5 crore slum population (2011 census)
8Rural unemployment leads to urban migration putting pressure on cities
9People lose out on health insurance granted by jobs
5Can push individuals to drugs & alcohol - Link between high unemployment & drug use in Punjab
6Leads to rising inequality - Richest 1% of nations are wealth
7More no. of slums in urban regions - over 6.5 crore slum population (2011 census)
8Rural unemployment leads to urban migration putting pressure on cities
9People lose out on health insurance granted by jobs
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Conclusion
Unemployment is a major social & economic problem, addressing it is key to achieving goal of VUST Report by 2047
20 words
- Clear definition provided at the start
- Comprehensive list of social impacts with specific examples
- Use of statistics (10% mental disorders, 6.5 crore slum population)
- Connected unemployment to multiple social problems
Topper
Aryan Yadav
AIR 31
Subject & Paper
GS2GS1
Topic
Unemployment and Social Issues
Social Impact of Unemployment
Economic and Social consequences
Writing Stats
235
Total words
1
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