In India, where the majority of population is around 30, most of the health policies are centered on the basic developmental needs of children, adolescents and young adults. The trials and tribulations of the graying population of India, around 8.3% is oft neglected as is evident by: The absence of sufficient number of Geriatric health care service … [Read more...] about Greying Of India’s Population
Demographic dividend
Multigenerational Houses in Germany: a Brilliant Concept
Multigeneration Houses In Germany As part of its ageing population plan, Germany has come up with a brilliant concept of ‘multigeneration’ house, consisting of a kindergarten, social centre for elderly & a hangout place for young couples in need of advice. This has resulted in evolution of dynamic relationships between different generations, with elders volunteering … [Read more...] about Multigenerational Houses in Germany: a Brilliant Concept
Ansari says Vocational Studies should be More Prominent
India’s Vice President underlines importance of vocational education in schools across India Blames social stigma attached to vocational education main reason, forcing students to go for degree courses with no prospects of jobs Need for incorporating vocational education and training for skill development in formal education process Against enrollment of students in … [Read more...] about Ansari says Vocational Studies should be More Prominent
Politicians Tap Youth Power Via Social Media
"Youth induced Political Spring" An increasing number of youth are coming up with various tools such as GrassRoot, KnowYourVote.org, iForIndia.org, Operation Black Dot, Youth ki Awaaz, VoteRite et al aimed at driving the younger generation towards increased political awareness. 2014 will see the largest number of first-time voters, all of whom get their share of the news … [Read more...] about Politicians Tap Youth Power Via Social Media
How to get more youth of our country into politics
Sarkar Tells Politicians to Assimilate Simplicity and Honesty to Draw Youth to Politics Dishonesty and lack of transparency in the country has discouraged the youth who are trying to stay away from politics. This has been a major cause of concern to the Indian politics on the whole. Therefore, there is a need for the politicians to assimilate honesty, simplicity, … [Read more...] about How to get more youth of our country into politics