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ABHISHEK SHARMAAIR 38· 2024

Question Q.9GS2GS1

Critically examine the effects of globalization on the youth in India.

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Main Body

Globalization refers to intensification of socio-economic relations in such a way that local happenings are shaped by events happening thousands of miles away" - Anthony Giddens.

Effects of Globalization on Youth in India

Strengths/Positive effects:

Better access to education
Better access to healthcare, new ideas
Access to funding & capital for startups
Ideas like liberty, freedom, independence
Ability to impact the world through social media
Availability of choices in terms of food, education, dress, entertainment

Weaknesses/Negative effects:

Westernization → erosion of traditional cultural & moral values
Respecting elders (tolerance)

Threats:

Radicalization and religious discrimination → information in grey zone warfare against India
Brain drain - youth going out and settling abroad
Macroeducation → poor food choices and health concerns
Poor lifestyle choices under garb of independence (e.g. drinking, smoking etc.)

"Globalization isn't a mono-lithic force, it is a set of consequences, some good, some bad and some unintended"

160 words5 paragraphs12 bullet points
  • Clear definition from reputed scholar
  • Comprehensive coverage of positive effects
  • Addresses multiple dimensions - economic, social, cultural
  • Mentions global reach through social media
  • Addresses darker side of globalization
  • Links to national security concerns (grey zone warfare)
  • Discusses cultural erosion specifically
  • Balanced conclusion acknowledging mixed outcomes

Topper

ABHISHEK SHARMA

AIR 382024

Subject & Paper

GS2GS1

Topic

Effects of Globalization on Indian society

Globalization and youth

Impact on socio-economic and cultural dynamics

Writing Stats

160

Total words

5

Paragraphs

12

Bullets