Topic: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life.
4. The are multiple issues regarding health facilities, disease burden and cost of treatment in treating non-communicable diseases (NCD). In this scenario, evaluate the potential of AYUSH in bridging this gap. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about how India can cope up to the huge burden of NCDs and role of AYUSH in this regard.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you have to examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them as a whole in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving statistic regarding NCD’s in India.
Body:
Mention about NCD’s, the burden of NCD’s and the reasons as to why they also need to addressed along with the pandemic. Bring out its impact.
Write the measures that are needed in this hour to tackle NCD’s and the rule AYUSH can play in promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing NCDs. Mention the role it can play in its treatment.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
