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UPSC Editorial Analysis: Tackling India’s Growing Non-Communicable Diseases Burden

General Studies-2; Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.    Introduction A World Bank report titled “Unlocking the Power of Healthy Longevity” highlights that non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are becoming the primary cause of deaths globally, particularly across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The report estimates that global mortality could …

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Elderly in India

Syllabus: Population and Associated Issues Source:  PIB Context: A recent PIB release, underscored India’s accelerating demographic transition towards an ageing population, projected to reach 230 million by 2036. About Elderly in India: Current Data and Statistics India’s elderly population (60+) is expected to rise from 100 million in 2011 to 230 million by 2036, forming …

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Discuss the projected demographic trends of senior citizens in India up to 2047. What are the implications of these trends on social infrastructure? Suggest how the upcoming National Policy can respond to these projections. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Me

Topic: Population and associated issues Q1. Discuss the projected demographic trends of senior citizens in India up to 2047. What are the implications of these trends on social infrastructure? Suggest how the upcoming National Policy can respond to these projections. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: A new national policy on …

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Impacts of Declining Population

Syllabus: Population and Associated Issues Source:  TH  Context: India is witnessing a demographic shift, with falling fertility rates and a rapidly ageing population in several states, especially in the south. Policymakers are grappling with the implications of this transition, including its socio-economic and political impacts. Present Demographic Status in India Declining Fertility Rates: National average: …

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