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Indian Society UPSC Notes

The document outlines key topics related to Indian society for UPSC Mains, including its salient features, diversity, women's roles, population issues, poverty, urbanization, globalization effects, and social empowerment. It emphasizes the complexity of India's multi-ethnic and multi-religious landscape, the challenges posed by urbanization and poverty, and the impact of globalization on social structures. Additionally, it addresses the importance of social empowerment and the threats posed by communalism and regionalism to national unity.

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Indian Society UPSC Notes

The document outlines key topics related to Indian society for UPSC Mains, including its salient features, diversity, women's roles, population issues, poverty, urbanization, globalization effects, and social empowerment. It emphasizes the complexity of India's multi-ethnic and multi-religious landscape, the challenges posed by urbanization and poverty, and the impact of globalization on social structures. Additionally, it addresses the importance of social empowerment and the threats posed by communalism and regionalism to national unity.

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Indian Society - UPSC Mains Notes

Syllabus Topics
1. Salient features of Indian Society
2. Diversity of India
3. Role of women and women's organization
4. Population and associated issues
5. Poverty and developmental issues
6. Urbanization - problems and remedies
7. Effects of globalization on Indian society
8. Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism

Salient Features of Indian Society


Multi-ethnicity, multi-religiosity, caste-based structure, collective family systems, and deep-rooted traditions shape Indian
society. These features are key to understanding the complex social dynamics in India.

Diversity of India
India's diversity spans languages (22 official + 1600 dialects), religions (Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, etc.), castes,
tribal communities, and geography. This diversity is both a strength and a challenge for governance.

Role of Women and Women's Organizations


Covers issues of gender inequality, empowerment, legal protection (e.g., Domestic Violence Act), and contribution of
SHGs and NGOs in uplifting women.

Population and Associated Issues


Challenges include overpopulation, demographic dividend, youth employment, aging population, and pressure on
resources.

Poverty and Developmental Issues


Includes absolute vs relative poverty, HDI/MPI indices, government schemes like MGNREGA and Ujjwala Yojana for
welfare and upliftment.

Urbanization - Problems and Remedies


Slums, pollution, congestion, and inadequate planning are major urban challenges. Solutions lie in smart planning,
AMRUT, and affordable housing.

Globalization and Indian Society


Globalization has impacted language, food, lifestyle, and family structures. It has both positive (exposure) and negative
(cultural dilution) effects.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism


Empowerment includes SC/ST rights, LGBTQ inclusion; Communalism poses threat to unity; Regionalism can be
divisive; Indian secularism ensures religious harmony.

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