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Vulnerable Sections
Vulnerable sections of society, such as the poor, women, children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities, often require targeted interventions.
NGOs, self-help groups (SHGs), welfare schemes, protective laws, and specialized bodies play a crucial role in empowering these groups, ensuring their rights and entitlements, and fostering their social and economic inclusion.
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Justice Delayed
India's judicial administration system has many bottlenecks including delay in justice delivery. Reasons for delayed justice 1) High pendency of cases : There are more than 4 crore cases pending in India's judiciary. 2) Administrative Red tapism: Highly complicated and lengthy procedures in accessiRead more
Government's take on women safety
To protect women’s safety, the government should take some immediate steps: Increase Police Presence: Put more police officers in areas where women feel unsafe. Create Helplines: Set up phone lines where women can call for help quickly. Public Awareness: Run campaigns to teach people about reportingRead more
To protect women’s safety, the government should take some immediate steps:
Hence , these are the major yet immediate steps taken by the government to protect the safety of the women considering the current situation .
See lessExplain the Integrated Child Protection Scheme.
Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) Overview and Objectives The Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) is a comprehensive initiative launched by the Government of India aimed at safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in need of care and protection. It is designed to ensure a welRead more
Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS)
Overview and Objectives
The Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) is a comprehensive initiative launched by the Government of India aimed at safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in need of care and protection. It is designed to ensure a well-coordinated approach towards child protection services across the country. Key objectives of the ICPS include:
Key Components
Recent Examples and Initiatives
Impact and Benefits
Recent Impact Example:
The “Mission Vatsalya” launched in 2023 under the ICPS framework, has been successful in providing comprehensive support to children in need of care and protection. This initiative has enhanced coordination among various stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations, resulting in better care and protection outcomes.
In summary, the Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) represents a crucial effort by the Government of India to protect and promote the welfare of children. Through its various components and recent initiatives, ICPS addresses the needs of vulnerable children, strengthens child protection services, and ensures that children grow up in safe and supportive environments.
See lessIn the context of neo-liberal paradigm of development planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages.’-Discuss. (250 words) [UPSC 2019]
Neo-liberal Paradigm and Multi-level Planning Introduction: In the context of the neo-liberal paradigm of development planning, the concept of multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages. Cost-Effectiveness: Under the neo-liberal approaRead more
Neo-liberal Paradigm and Multi-level Planning
Introduction:
In the context of the neo-liberal paradigm of development planning, the concept of multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages.
Cost-Effectiveness:
Under the neo-liberal approach, which emphasizes market-driven policies and private sector participation, multi-level planning can help in optimizing resource allocation and ensuring cost-effectiveness in project implementation.
Decentralization Benefits:
Multi-level planning involves decentralization of decision-making processes, allowing for local participation and tailored solutions to regional challenges. This can lead to more efficient use of resources and better alignment with local needs.
Implementation Efficiency:
By delegating decision-making powers to lower levels of governance, multi-level planning can expedite the implementation process by reducing bureaucratic hurdles and ensuring quicker responses to local issues.
Recent Examples:
Recent initiatives such as India’s Smart Cities Mission and AMRUT (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) emphasize multi-level planning to enhance urban infrastructure development, showcasing how this approach can streamline operations and improve efficiency.
Challenges and Considerations:
While multi-level planning offers advantages, challenges such as coordination issues between different levels of governance and the need for capacity building at local levels must be addressed to fully realize its benefits.
Conclusion:
See lessIn conclusion, within the neo-liberal development framework, multi-level planning plays a crucial role in making operations more cost-effective and overcoming implementation obstacles. Embracing this approach can lead to more efficient resource utilization and better alignment with local requirements, ultimately fostering sustainable development.
Impact of familial pressure on Women
A woman's social life is subject to the judgements of the people around her. There is not only societal pressure to marry at a particular age, but also familial pressure to have babies by a certain age. There are maternal psychological and biological factors that approve for early pregnancy, howeverRead more
A woman’s social life is subject to the judgements of the people around her. There is not only societal pressure to marry at a particular age, but also familial pressure to have babies by a certain age. There are maternal psychological and biological factors that approve for early pregnancy, however, the societal pressure from relatives, family members and society on a woman definitely affect her. It is said that higher the age, higher the risk for pregnancy, but very few families are open to discussing the real reasons and actually fall in the trap of futile expectations of the society. Women are pressurized in a number of ways. In-laws manipulate them to fulfill their wishes as early as possible, they have to manage their career and maternal journey at the same time, they may have bodily complications or hormonal issues that delay their pregnancies, however they have to listen to the nuisance thrown at them. These are a few instances of how a woman is subjected to stress and pressure. No matter what, pregnancy is considered to be an accomplishment in this society and whatever a woman does, she has to face one or other judgement that may or may not be scientific but definitely questioning the rationale of the society we live in.
See lessWorking Environment of Women in Mollywood
The working conditions of women in Mollywood paint a disturbing reality, as revealed by a recent 290-page Hema committee report. Key issues include rampant sexual harassment, lack of basic facilities, and poor pay. It is revealed that the industry is dominated by powerful men who make open demands fRead more
The working conditions of women in Mollywood paint a disturbing reality, as revealed by a recent 290-page Hema committee report. Key issues include rampant sexual harassment, lack of basic facilities, and poor pay. It is revealed that the industry is dominated by powerful men who make open demands for sexual favors, forcing women to comply or risk losing opportunities. On sets, there’s absence of toilets and changing rooms for junior artists, with inadequate sanitary facilities during menstruation. Working conditions are not okay, with insufficient food and water, low pay, and lack of accommodation and transport. These conditions lead to physical discomfort, illness, and in some cases, hospitalization. Many women fear job loss if they complain. The report, based on interviews with industry professionals and supported by video and message evidence, exposes deep-rooted issues in Mollywood. The Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) has validated these findings, while some directors acknowledge the need for change. Recommendations include making the industry safer for women and implementing measures to protect aspiring artists. This report highlights the urgent need for reform to ensure a safe and equitable work environment for women in the Malayalam film industry, addressing the systemic problems that have long affected Mollywood.
See lessDefine Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO).
Definition of Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) is a non-profit entity that operates independently of government control. Its primary goal is to address and provide solutions to various social, economic, or environmental issues through voluntary action and advRead more
Definition of Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO)
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) is a non-profit entity that operates independently of government control. Its primary goal is to address and provide solutions to various social, economic, or environmental issues through voluntary action and advocacy.
Key Characteristics of NGOs:
Recent Examples of NGOs:
Conclusion:
NGOs play a crucial role in societal development by addressing gaps left by governmental and commercial entities. Their independence, focus on societal welfare, and reliance on voluntary contributions make them vital players in the efforts towards social justice and development. Their diverse and adaptive approaches to solving various issues exemplify their importance in contemporary society.
See lessWomen's Safety
Women are raped a lot even when they’re completely covered up. Nuns are assaulted & raped. Doctors are being raped. There are many, many instances of this happening. All you need to do is google. Women in hijabs and burkas are raped too. A lot. You know who else gets raped too? Babies and childrRead more
Women are raped a lot even when they’re completely covered up.
See lessNuns are assaulted & raped. Doctors are being raped. There are many, many instances of this happening. All you need to do is google.
Women in hijabs and burkas are raped too. A lot.
You know who else gets raped too? Babies and children.
There are still many ignorant people that say “she deserved getting raped because of how she was dressed”…. How a woman dresses doesn’t give men the right to rape !!
India is considered as one of the unsafe countries to live in and people in India usually don’t wear revealing clothes in public.
Actresses wear revealing clothes!! Are they raped ? No they aren’t whereas common people are being raped who are in burqas in complete clothes that are not revealing and and small babies are being raped
It is so shameful to call this my country where no human is safe
Child Abuse
In general child abuse mean violating the children rights which can lead to the child's damage of child's physical, mental and emotional state. Child abuse can be of Physical, sexual, mental abuse which lead to children's damage of safety environment and well- being. Physical abuse refers to violencRead more
In general child abuse mean violating the children rights which can lead to the child’s damage of child’s physical, mental and emotional state. Child abuse can be of Physical, sexual, mental abuse which lead to children’s damage of safety environment and well- being.
Physical abuse refers to violence on the child , mental abuse refers to damaging the mental well being of the child by verbally insulting them and creating a harmful environment, and sexual abuse refers to behaving sexually inappropriate with the child. These kinds of abuses leads to trauma , depression, anxiety, and may lead children into the wrong path.
Negligence is also a abuse where the parent or caretaker or the guardian of the child neglect to provide the basic needs of the child like essential shelter, food , daily needs and emotional needs. Not creating an environment of safety may lead to the nagative efforts on the child.
Children who face child abuse will not be able to grow as a stable individual, it effects their academics, social life , mental health, it also impacts negatively as they grow into adults.
The abuse can happen through a complete stranger or by the person that the child knows. Parents/ caretakers/ guardians should be educated on this problem so that child abuse can be prevented, therapy/ counciling should be provided to the children who faced the abuse so that might help them to heal . A proper reporting system should be made by the government so the well being of the child won’t be compromised. And strict actions should be taken on the abusers .
Parents/ educational institutions should take more care towards children to prevent child abuse and create a safe environment for the children to grow.
See lessEmotional intelligence
Parents can be emotionally available to their children by making their children believe they are there for them no matter what, by building trust with their children so that their children can depend on them. To build the trust parents need to be patient with their children and should be attentive tRead more
Parents can be emotionally available to their children by making their children believe they are there for them no matter what, by building trust with their children so that their children can depend on them. To build the trust parents need to be patient with their children and should be attentive to their children should listen to them , and should know what the children really want , instead to reacting in their own way to the situation they should hold on and understand what children really want.
Spending more time with children and communicating with them helps them to bond with their parents over time , parents who understands and accepts children and their ideas without judgement can make them connect emotionally with the parents.
Parents who does not overstep boundaries and give children the private space they need can build up the trust between parents and children, and parents who encourage children to express themselves will help build up the confidence and give them the trust to emotionally depend on their parents.
Parents who respond soon as their child needs them will make the child comfortable and make them close to their parents emotionally. Parents who help their children grow in an healthy environment and create safe space for them will make the children realise that their parents are emotionally available for them and can understand them in a better way than others.
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