Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.
1. Discuss the challenges in implementation of the recent policy of providing reservation to economically weaker sections (EWS). Do you think the reservation should be based on economic criteria instead of caste? Explain. (250 words)
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The question is about evaluation the basis of reservation.
Key Demand of the question:
Discuss the challenges in implementation of the recent policy of providing reservation to economically weaker sections (EWS). And explain what should be the criteria for reservations.
Directive:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms where ever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start with setting the context of the question. Like the 103rd constitutional amendment has added provision for reservation to EWS category recently. According to the amendment, people who fall in the following category can avail the benefits (Now write the criteria for reservation briefly in points)
Body:
Talk about the aspects involved in EWS reservations and discuss the challenges in implementation of the move. Discuss in detail the SC directions in Indira Sawhney case that are relevant to the answer.
2ndpara: you have to take the stand. And discuss the pros and cons of reservation on the basis of economic criteria.
Conclusion:
Conclude with how reservation is not a panacea for the vulnerability of the socially and economically weaker section and suggest some alternatives like focus on elementary education, vocational training, and building entrepreneurship skills in youth etc.
