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PART – I
(One sentence each)
a. Nutritional value of protein for children
Protein helps in body growth, tissue repair, muscle development and immunity in children.
b. Child labour
Child labour means employing children below the legal age in work that harms their health, education and development.
c. Disability
Disability is a physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairment that restricts normal activities of a person.
d. Inclusive education
Inclusive education means educating children with disabilities along with normal children in regular schools.
e. Emotional abuse of the elderly
Emotional abuse of the elderly includes insults, neglect, threats and humiliation causing mental pain.
f. Right to live with dignity
It is the right of every individual to live with self-respect, freedom and basic human rights.
g. Third gender
Third gender refers to people who do not identify strictly as male or female.
h. Two stigmas about third gender
They are wrongly considered abnormal and unfit for respectable jobs.
PART – II
(Within 50 words each)
a. Poverty as a major cause of child labour
Poverty forces parents to send children to work for income. Due to lack of food, education and employment, children are pushed into labour to support family survival.
b. Measures to prevent sexual exploitation of children
Strict laws, awareness programs, parental supervision, school education, reporting mechanisms, child helplines and strong punishment for offenders help prevent sexual exploitation.
c. Intellectual disability
Intellectual disability is a condition where a person has limitations in intellectual functioning, learning ability, reasoning and adaptive behavior from childhood.
d. UDID for disability
UDID (Unique Disability Identity) is a government ID card that provides a single identity to persons with disabilities for availing benefits and schemes.
e. Abandonment as elder abuse
Abandonment is elder abuse where elderly persons are deserted by family members, denied care, shelter and emotional support.
f. Right to health care of the elderly
It ensures access to medical facilities, affordable treatment, geriatric care and health security for senior citizens.
g. Sensitization program for third gender
It is an awareness program to promote respect, equality and acceptance of third gender in society and reduce discrimination.
h. Transgender
A transgender is a person whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth.
PART – III
(Within 250 words each – key points included)
a. Key components of child nutrition and health
Child nutrition includes balanced intake of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. Proteins support growth, carbohydrates provide energy, fats help brain development, vitamins and minerals boost immunity. Breastfeeding, immunization, safe drinking water, hygiene and regular health check-ups are essential. Malnutrition leads to stunting, wasting and poor learning outcomes. Government programs like ICDS, Mid-Day Meal and POSHAN Abhiyan support child health and nutrition.
b. Socio-economic and cultural factors in child trafficking
Poverty, unemployment, lack of education, migration, debt and family breakdown increase child trafficking. Cultural practices like child marriage, gender bias and blind trust in agents also contribute. Weak law enforcement and demand for cheap labour worsen the problem. Awareness, education, economic support and strict laws are required to control trafficking.
c. Legal protections for persons with disabilities in India
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 guarantees equality, education, employment, accessibility and social security. The Constitution ensures non-discrimination. Government provides reservations, UDID cards, free education, skill training and welfare schemes. These laws protect dignity and inclusion of disabled persons.
d. Forms of elder abuse
Elder abuse includes physical abuse (beating), emotional abuse (insults), financial abuse (property grabbing), neglect (denial of care), abandonment and sexual abuse. Elder abuse violates human rights and dignity. Laws like the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 protect elders.
e. Privileges and concessions for senior citizens in India
Senior citizens receive tax benefits, higher interest rates, health insurance schemes, railway and airfare concessions, priority banking services, pension schemes and free or subsidized healthcare. These benefits ensure financial security and dignity.
f. Steps to eliminate discrimination against third gender
Legal recognition, education, employment opportunities, awareness campaigns, sensitization programs, strict anti-discrimination laws and social acceptance are essential. Equal access to health care, housing and education must be ensured. Respect and inclusion will help achieve social justice.
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