Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India.
2. What are the causes of inequality in the Indian society? Enumerate various steps that are needed ensure an equitable society. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
The Oxfam report shows that the bottom 50% of the Indian population’s income has come down to 13.1% of the total from 20% in 1991. Meanwhile, the top 10%’s income, which averaged below 40% up to 1991, rose to 57.1%.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the causes of inequality and measurers needed to address it.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining inequality and cite statistic to show inequalities in the Indian society.
Body:
First, write about the various reasons for inequality in India – Historical reasons, poverty, informal employment, lack of social security, regional imbalances etc. Write about the impact of inequality in India.
Next, write about the steps that are needed to address this and move towards a more equitable society.
Conclusion:
Conclude with way forward.
