Kerala's draft policy for elderly proposes zero-tolerance for abuse and promotes inclusive ageing
Kerala's draft State Policy for Elder Persons, 2025, aims for a zero-tolerance approach to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It proposes legal and institutional mechanisms, including new legislation, enhanced grievance redressal systems, and public awareness campaigns. The policy adopts a pro-poor approach, prioritizing economically and socially vulnerable elderly, while fostering healthy ageing, financial security, inclusivity, and equitable access to resources. This policy, replacing the 2013 State Policy for Senior Citizens, addresses the needs of Kerala's rapidly ageing population, projected to reach 30% by 2051, and promotes intergenerational collaboration and digital literacy.
Key Points
- The draft Kerala State Policy for Elder Persons, 2025, aims for zero-tolerance against elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
- It proposes legal and institutional mechanisms, including 'Jagratha Samithi' and fast-track justice systems, to safeguard elders.
- The policy adopts a pro-poor approach, focusing on financial security, inclusivity, and healthy ageing for vulnerable elderly.
- It will replace the State Policy for Senior Citizens 2013, addressing the state's rapidly ageing population, projected to reach 30% by 2051.
- The policy also promotes inclusive workplaces, intergenerational collaboration, and digital literacy for elders.
Exam Facts
- Draft Kerala State Policy for Elder Persons, 2025.
- It will replace the State Policy for Senior Citizens 2013.
- The proportion of elderly in Kerala is projected to reach 30% by 2051.
- 'Jagratha Samithi' is a proposed system to protect elder rights.
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