Source: TH Subject: Health Context: The legal discourse in India intensified regarding the grey zone in disability law, where the Mental Healthcare Act (2017) and the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (2016) fail to intersect for individuals with dual intellectual and psychiatric challenges. About Rethinking Disability and Mental Health Law: What it is? This …
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General Studies-1; Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Introduction The global discourse on assisted dying, often referred to as Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), has evolved into one of the most complex ethical, legal, and social challenges of the 21st century. As several nations move toward legalization, the debate has shifted …
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Source: PIB Subject: Vulnerable Section Context: The International Day of Persons with Disabilities highlighted the WHO’s call for inclusive and equitable health financing for persons with disabilities. About Inclusive Growth and Disability Rights: What It Means? Inclusive growth and disability rights aim to ensure persons with disabilities (PwDs) participate fully in society through accessible infrastructure, …
Context: In September 2025, Jiya Rai, a 17-year-old para swimmer with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), became the first autistic female to successfully swim across the 34 km Catalina Channel in the US, completing the feat in 15 hours despite freezing waters, jellyfish stings, treacherous currents, and the darkness of night. She dedicated her achievement to …
GS Paper 1: Indian Society – Social Justice and Vulnerable Sections Introduction India’s prisons have long symbolized systemic neglect, overcrowding, and denial of basic human rights. The infamous Bhagalpur Blindings (1979–80) brought global attention to the barbaric treatment of inmates, marking a dark chapter in India’s prison history. Despite the Mulla Committee’s recommendations in …
Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes. Q4. Evaluate the relevance of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 in ensuring inclusive schooling. How far has it been implemented across Indian states? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why …
Syllabus: Vulnerable People Source: TH Context: Disability rights activists have raised concerns over Section 9(1) of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, which mandates that PwDs with legal guardians must obtain consent from their guardian for data processing. Understanding Concerns of PwDs in the DPDP Act, 2023: What is Guardianship? Governed by two …
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Insights MINDMAPS: “Crime in India-2016” and “Disability Rights”. Crime in India-2016 Disability Rights Crime in India-2016 Disability Rights
