Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
2. The national tele-mental health programme is a good step towards addressing gaps in mental health treatment in the country. But its capacity to reach a large audience and reduce stigma associated with mental illnesses in society will determine its success. Analyse. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the national tele-mental health programme and the need to destigmatise mental health for its success.
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 giving an overview of mental health set up in India and trends in mental health disorders.
Body:
First, write about the national tele-mental health programme, its features and the potential benefits from it.
Next, write about the need to reach masses and destigmatise mental disorders in the society – mention the steps that must be taken in this regard – creating awareness, accessible treatment, promoting well-being, harnessing AYUSH etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward of measures needed to further strengthen mental health in India.
