Mains Answer Writing - 26 May, 2026

GS2

SOCIAL_ISSUES_AND_SCHEMES

15 marks

“India’s ageing population requires a transition from welfare-based support to a technology-enabled and institutionalized care ecosystem.”

Discuss the significance of the JEEVAN mobile application and the SHATAYU dashboard in strengthening elderly welfare and geriatric care in India. Also examine the challenges in ensuring inclusive elderly care delivery.

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Begin with the context → Mention India’s ageing population and the need for technology-driven elderly care and social security systems.
Explain both initiatives separately → Write JEEVAN’s welfare + emergency support role and SHATAYU’s caregiver mapping + professionalization role.
Add challenges & way forward → Mention digital illiteracy, rural access gaps, caregiver shortages, and the need for inclusive geriatric infrastructure.

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