indian society

Is Social Media Defining Self-worth?

Context: Social media's pervasive influence on self-worth, especially among youth, is a growing concern in India and globally Current Usage Trends in India India’s digital landscape has grown dramatically. As of early 2024 there were roughly 462 million social media...

Role of Civil Services in Democracy: Key Challenges and Reforms

Context: On Civil Services Day (April 21), there is a renewed emphasis on the importance of lateral entrants and the need for enhanced transparency in governance. Role of Civil Services in Democracy Ensuring Administrative Continuity: Civil servants maintain governance during...

Economic Potential of Healthy Ageing in India

Context: The IMF’s World Economic Outlook (2025) highlights both the challenges and economic potential of healthy ageing in ageing societies like India. Key Demographic Trends of Healthy Ageing in India Metric Data Elderly Population (2031 Projection) 13.1% of the total...

Bonded Labour in India, Government Initiatives and its Impact

Context: On May 1, while the world celebrates Labour Day to respect workers and their rights, the lives of millions trapped in bonded labour in India show a darker side of reality. Key Factors Contributing to Bonded Labour in India...

Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India

Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) are characterised by primitive traits, geographical isolation, low literacy levels, stagnant or declining population growth, and a reliance on hunting and pre-agricultural technology. Among the STs, there are certain groups...

Caste Census in India, Need, Significance and Concern

The Caste Census in India has emerged as a key political, social, and administrative issue in recent years. With the Government of India announcing that the next decadal census will include caste-based enumeration, it is crucial to understand the need,...

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Objectives, Framework and Contribution

Context: Total Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by listed companies has increased by 16% to ₹17,967 crore in 2023-24. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is now an essential part of corporate governance in India. The regulation of CSR rules under the...

Gutti Koya Tribals in Post-Conflict India

Context: In 2005, around 50,000 Gond tribals were forced to migrate from Chhattisgarh to then-undivided Andhra Pradesh (now parts of Telangana). Why were Gutti Koya Tribals Displaced? Strategic Hamletting to Counter Maoists (2005): The Government of India launched a “Strategic...

Research Infrastructure in India for its Students

Context: There is a declining trend in the number of students, particularly Indian students, going to the U.S. for higher education. Recent Trends in Students Going Abroad for Studies Decline in U.S. Popularity The U.S. is becoming less attractive due...

Maternal Mortality Rate in India, State Wise Data and Current Trends

Context: Recently a group of various UN bodies released a report related to maternal mortality trends between 2000 to 2023. Maternal Mortality Rate The Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) quantifies the number of maternal deaths per 100,000 live births resulting from...