Question Q8GS2GS2
As per 2011 census, elderly population (60+) constituted 8.5% of population by 2050 it is expected to cross 20% (UNFPA)
Main Body
Challenges faced by elderly that require comprehensive policy framework:
1Poor access to healthcare (also have insurance)
2Increasing isolation, alienation [Agwell Foundation; 75% of elderly report feeling of depression]
3Lack of access to dignified work opportunities
4Geriatric care & elderly-friendly equipment industry is underdeveloped
5Neglect from family, poor state of old age homes
6Particular plight of women- sexual abuse, dependency on son due to no property inheritance widows' woes (eg Mathura, Vrindavan)
Initiatives key for govt:
1. Insurance for elderly - 77% under AES-LJAY
PM Mayushre Yojana
2. Maintenance Act
3. Partnerships with NGOs for elderlycare
4. Further steps needed → Promoting geriatric care: special OPD's for elderly, palliative care
Promoting aging-in-place → elderly-friendly public spaces
Age-integrated society: Demoished jobs implementing above can ensure that India harnesses its longevity dividend.
— ISHITA SHARMA · AIR 268
135 words5 paragraphs
Conclusion
Implementing above can ensure that India harnesses its longevity dividend.
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Topper
ISHITA SHARMA
AIR 2682025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections - Performance, Mechanisms, Laws and Institutions
Vulnerable Sections
Elderly population challenges
Writing Stats
145
Total words
5
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