Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 April 2022
Contents
- The post-pandemic world needs better public schools
- State of (un)employment in India
The post-pandemic world needs better public schools
Context
The pandemic has thrown a harsh light on the vulnerabilities and challenges faced by the world in education. There is an immense learning gap due to existing inequalities.
Relevance
GS-II: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
Dimensions of the Article
- Need for Investment in Learning Systems
- Viewing education through government school lens
- Way Forward
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State of (un)employment in India
Context
Data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) shows that India’s Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) has fallen to just 40% from an already low 47% in 2016.
Relevance
GS-III: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment.
Dimensions of the Article
- What is LFPR?
- What is the significance of LFPR in India?
- How is it under-reported?
- So, what is the correct way to assess India’s unemployment stress?
- ER trends in India
- Why is India’s LFPR so low?
- Why do so few women demand work?
- How do people who leave the labour force survive?
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