Question Q8GS2GS2
As per 2011 census, elderly population (60+) constituted 8.5% of population by 2050 it is expected to cross 20% (UNFPA)
Main Body
Challenges faced by elderly that require comprehensive policy framework:
1Poor access to healthcare (also have insurance)
2Increasing isolation, alienation [Agwell Foundation; 75% of elderly report feeling of depression]
3Lack of access to dignified work opportunities
4Geriatric care & elderly-friendly equipment industry is underdeveloped
5Neglect from family, poor state of old age homes
6Particular plight of women- sexual abuse, dependency on son due to no property inheritance widows' woes (eg Mathura, Vrindavan)
Initiatives key for govt:
1. Insurance for elderly - 77% under AES-LJAY
PM Mayushre Yojana
2. Maintenance Act
3. Partnerships with NGOs for elderlycare
4. Further steps neededPromoting geriatric care: special OPD's for elderly, palliative care
Promoting aging-in-placeelderly-friendly public spaces
Age-integrated society: Demoished jobs implementing above can ensure that India harnesses its longevity dividend.
135 words5 paragraphs
Conclusion
Implementing above can ensure that India harnesses its longevity dividend.
10 words
Topper
ISHITA SHARMA
AIR 2682025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections - Performance, Mechanisms, Laws and Institutions
Vulnerable Sections
Elderly population challenges
Writing Stats
145
Total words
5
Paragraphs