Question Q.8)GS2GS2
Identify and discuss the challenges hindering effective implementation of gender-sensitive policies and schemes in the country.
Introduction
India has been ranked 131 out of 146 countries in WEF's Gender Gap Index - signifying poor state of gender governance in India.
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Main Body
Challenges: gender-sensitive policies & schemes (1) Attitudinal issues in Indian society eg: Patriarchal mindset (2) Lack of resources: Gender budgeting constraints (3) Lack of accountabilitypoor auditing mechanisms in fields (4) Lack of targeted interventions due unwillingness of issues eg: Adult muslim women (5) Infrastructure deficithealth care PHCsslow obed ratio Measured required: (1) Federal budget allocation of gender specific scheme upto 50% - Infrastructure development PHCs, maternity, womens hostels (2) Third party audits of condition of India (3) Under-responsive governance only can lead to efficient utilisation of human resources of India.
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Topper
SURAMYA SHARMA
AIR 3592025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections - Performance, Mechanisms, Laws and Institutions
Women's Social Capital
Gender-Sensitive Policies and Implementation Challenges
Writing Stats
119
Total words
1
Paragraphs
analytical
Tone