Society · 24 Jul 2026
With reference to the findings of UNFPA's Demographic Futures Survey (2026) on India, which one of the following statements is correct?
UDISE 2025-26 data shows only about 22% of India's estimated CWSN population is enrolled in school, with enrollment stagnant for eight years despite the RPWD Act's expanded disability categories.
UPSC frequently tests the specifics of rights-based legislation like the RPWD Act alongside its practical implementation gaps, a recurring GS1/GS2 Society theme linking law to on-ground data.
The RPWD Act, 2016 expanded disability categories from 7 to 21 and raised reservation from 3% to 4%, but UDISE data shows CWSN enrollment remains low and skewed against girls (43 of 100 enrolled).
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