Topic: GS-1: Social empowerment
GS-2: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
4. What do you understand by “Gender-based sanitation insecurity” ? account for role that women can play to drive change in achieving the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission in the country . (250 words)
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The article talks about the role of gender in sanitation and hygiene.
Key Demand of the question:
Present the concept of Gender-based sanitation insecurity and account for role that women can play to drive change in achieving the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission in the country.
Directive:
Account – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you are in agreement with the original proposition.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start with what is meant by “Gender-based sanitation insecurity”.
Body:
Explain that there is a disproportionate burden faced by women especially shortage of or the non-availability of sanitation facilities that can be also called “Gender-based sanitation insecurity.”
Discuss the associated challenges – The desire for privacy during bathing and defecation is different in the case of girls and women than men. Thus, the non-availability of proper sanitation facilities creates a helpless situation for females and leads to the risk of faucal-orally transmitted diseases, urogenital tract infections, urinary incontinence, and chronic constipation.
Then account for role that women can play to drive change in achieving the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission in the country.
Conclusion:
Conclude with solutions to address the issue.
