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.
4. Although E-Shram is a vital system to provide hitherto invisible workers much-needed visibility, it is fraught with impediments which can hinder the welfare measures. Analyse. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment recently launched a national database to register unorganised workers, called the e-Shram portal.
Key Demand of the question:
One must discuss about the challenges/issues being faced by e-Shram and the possible impacts.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about the e-Shram portal and briefly mention the potential benefits for the unorganised workers by registering themselves on the portal – health, DBT, ration etc.
Body:
Discuss the various challenges or impediments being faced in the e-Shram portal.
Talk about the data security issues, eligibility issues, how it is a long process, complex identity issues, dependence on state governments etc.
Provide suitable measures.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
