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. Efforts have been made to promote a life of dignity and respect for individuals with disabilities. However, creating a truly inclusive society requires providing equal opportunities, implementing fair laws, and reducing the marginalization of persons with disabilities (PwD). Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article discusses the importance of accurate data on the disability sector and how the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) can contribute to obtaining more robust data
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the efforts at achieving inclusivity for PwD’s and steps need to realise it by making them equal partners in their development.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin the answer by giving statistic regarding the number of persons with disabilities (PwD) in India.
Body:
First, write about the efforts made at improving the lives of PwD’s – Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, Sugamya Bharat Abhiyaan/Accessible India campaign, Disability movement etc.
Mention the shortcomings of the above – lack of medical treatment, educational opportunity, absence of PwDs in decision making etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to involve PwDs as stakeholder in their development and decision-making.
