Question

describe the problems of elderly people and provisions made for their protection and welfare

Answer 1

Indian society lay high importance on providing care and protection for parents and elderly. Withering of joint family system has contributed to the challenges faced by elderly. Nowadays they are forced to live alone and are exposed to various kinds of problems such as lack of physical, social, emotional and financial support

Answer 2

Explanation:

The problems of elderly people are universal. In India the number of elderly people has increased due to the increase in the expectancy of life. This has led to the following social and physical problems:

1. The joint families have been replaced by the nuclear families.

2. Many elderly people are compelled to live in Old Age Homes.

3. As most elderly people have retired from their professions, they have very little or no income. They are helpless people who depend on their children for the fulfillment of their basic needs.

4.Their physical and emotional needs are neglected. They feel neglected and insecure.

The following provisions have been made for the protection and welfare of the elderly people as well as senior citizens:

1. The National Policy has provided pension to elderly people.

2. Higher interest rate is prescribed on their savings with the Post Offices and Banks.

3. They are given 30 to 50 percent concession on buses, rail and air tickets.

4. The state governments have started Old Age Homes in every district with adequate facilities.

5. A number of seats in the public transport are reserved for them.

6. Parental Care and Welfare Act, 2007 protects them from domestic violence, exploitation an abuse. Any harassment by children is a cognizable offence.