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Asian Ageing society

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Indian Society/ Social justice   Source: Businesstimes   Context: With populations across East Asia declining and fewer young people entering the workforce, workers are working well into their 70s and beyond.    Impact of an ageing society: On Finance: Early retirement ages have bloated the pension bills, making it difficult for …

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As India ages, keeping an eye on the elderly

GS paper 2 Syllabus: Mechanism, laws and institutions for protection and betterment of vulnerable sections of society etc   Directions: Important for mains, you can use it as a measure taken to protect elderly Population in India. Source: The Hindu   Context: The United Nations marks today as International Day for Older Persons (October 1), …

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Sustained growth of the India’s older population presents many socio-economic challenges. We must quickly recognize the scope of the new demographic reality and adjust current policies accordingly. Discuss.

Topic: population and associated issues 2. Sustained growth of the India’s older population presents many socio-economic challenges. We must quickly recognize the scope of the new demographic reality and adjust current policies accordingly. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The Hindu , insights on India Why the question: A national survey carried out by the …

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