{"id":59263,"date":"2025-08-13T11:24:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T05:54:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=59263"},"modified":"2025-10-08T13:21:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T07:51:03","slug":"daily-editorial-analysis-13-august-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/daily-editorial-analysis-13-august-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily Editorial Analysis 13 August 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Debunking the Myth of Job Creation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>On July 1, 2025, the government approved the <strong>Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme with an ambitious outlay of \u20b999,446 crore,<\/strong> aiming to stimulate employment generation.<\/li>\n<li>While the scheme reflects a commitment to addressing India\u2019s persistent labour market challenges, <strong>its design and focus raise critical concerns. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>In a labour market marked by deep capital-labour asymmetries, <strong>a formal\u2013informal sector divide, and a chronic mismatch between employment opportunities and employability<\/strong>, the ELI risks reinforcing existing inequalities rather than resolving them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Employer-Centric Design and Labour Market Mismatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>At its core, the ELI Scheme <strong>adopts an employer-centric approach<\/strong>, providing fiscal incentives to employers, particularly in the manufacturing sector, to create jobs.<\/li>\n<li>However, this strategy <strong>overlooks the structural issue<\/strong> of skill mismatch.<\/li>\n<li>The Economic Survey 2024\u201325 reveals that <strong>only 8.25% of graduates secure jobs aligned with their qualifications,<\/strong> while over half are underemployed in semi-skilled or elementary roles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wage data further highlights the disparity:<\/strong> nearly <strong>46% of graduates in low-skill jobs earn less than \u20b91 lakh per annum<\/strong>, while only 4.2% in specialised positions reach \u20b94\u20138 lakh.<\/li>\n<li>With <strong>merely 4.9% of Indian youth receiving formal vocational training<\/strong>, industry demand and workforce preparedness remain deeply misaligned.<\/li>\n<li>In this context, <strong>subsidising employers to hire an under-skilled workforce <\/strong>does little to enhance productivity or worker well-being.<\/li>\n<li>Instead, <strong>it risks strengthening employers\u2019 bargaining power<\/strong>, widening wage gaps, and perpetuating a cycle of low-skill, low-wage employment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Concerns Surrounding Employment Linked Incentive<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Exclusion of the Informal Sector<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The scheme\u2019s reliance on Employee\u2019s Provident Fund Organisation registration effectively limits its benefits to the formal sector, <strong>thereby excluding 90% of the workforce employed informally. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This <strong>exclusion not only sidelines workers without social security and formal contracts but also entrenches a dual labour market<\/strong>, one where the state invests heavily in the formal sector while leaving the informal sector unsupported.<\/li>\n<li>Such a policy orientation <strong>channels public resources towards enterprises already better positioned, marginalising low-wage,<\/strong> unregistered workers who absorb most new labour market entrants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Risks of Disguised Unemployment and Sectoral Bias<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Without safeguards, <strong>the ELI Scheme could inadvertently normalise disguised unemployment,<\/strong> situations where individuals appear employed but contribute minimally to output, common in agriculture and informal services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employers might also reclassify existing jobs as new employment<\/strong> to claim subsidies, undermining the policy\u2019s intent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Marginalisation of Women and Youth<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Moreover, the scheme\u2019s emphasis on manufacturing <strong>reflects an outdated assumption about its job-creating potential. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Manufacturing now accounts for less than 13% of total employment<\/strong>, with agriculture and services together employing nearly 70% of the workforce.<\/li>\n<li>Rising automation and capital intensity have reduced manufacturing\u2019s employment elasticity, making it an <strong>increasingly limited avenue for large-scale job creation.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This <strong>sectoral bias risks further marginalising women, rural youth, and informal workers<\/strong>, many of whom find employment in low-skill services or agriculture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The Path Forward: Towards a More Equitable Employment Strategy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>While the ELI Scheme signals political will to tackle unemployment, <strong>its current design risks deepening structural inequalities. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>A <strong>more effective approach would integrate robust skill development and education reforms,<\/strong> ensuring that low-skilled workers can meet industry needs and access better-quality jobs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Policy emphasis should shift from short-term headcount increases to long-term strategies<\/strong> that sustain employment, enhance productivity, and strengthen labour rights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>True employment generation <strong>must extend beyond wage subsidies to employers.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It requires <strong>addressing the roots of underemployment: inadequate skilling infrastructure, weak social security coverage,<\/strong> and sectoral imbalances in job creation.<\/li>\n<li>An equitable and <strong>sustainable employment strategy must recognise the realities of India\u2019s diverse labour market, ensuring that both formal and informal workers can share in the gains<\/strong> of economic growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Debunking the Myth of Job Creation FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1.<\/strong> What is the main objective of the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The ELI Scheme aims to support employment generation by providing fiscal incentives to employers, particularly in the manufacturing sector.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2.<\/strong> Why is the scheme criticised for being employer-centric?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> It is criticised for focusing on subsidising employers without addressing the skill mismatch between workers\u2019 abilities and industry needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3.<\/strong> How does the ELI Scheme exclude most of India\u2019s workforce?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The scheme applies mainly to firms registered with the Employee\u2019s Provident Fund Organisation, excluding around 90% of workers in the informal sector.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4.<\/strong> What is one risk of focusing heavily on manufacturing under the scheme?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> Manufacturing now contributes less than 13% to total employment, and increased automation has reduced its potential for large-scale job creation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5.<\/strong> What alternative approach can be suggested for employment generation?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> An alternate approach would include investing in skill development, improving job quality, and ensuring long-term, equitable, and sustainable employment opportunities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/debunking-the-myth-of-job-creation\/article69924144.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Recognise Organ Donation as a Lifeline<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Organ transplantation is a landmark medical achievement and the most effective treatment for terminal organ failure.<\/li>\n<li>However, India faces a severe shortage of donor organs, leading to over 500,000 preventable deaths annually.<\/li>\n<li>Despite an increase in transplants from 4,990 in 2013 to 18,378 in 2023, only 1,099 involved deceased donors.<\/li>\n<li>With an <strong>organ donation rate of just 0.8 per million people<\/strong>\u2014far below Spain and the US (over 45 per million)\u2014the gap between demand and supply remains critical, making many lives needlessly lost.<\/li>\n<li>This article highlights the urgent need to address India\u2019s severe organ shortage by dispelling persistent myths, improving public trust, and implementing robust policies to boost donation rates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Dispelling Myths to Encourage Organ Donation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A major barrier to organ donation in India is the persistence of myths and fears among families of the deceased.<\/li>\n<li>Many believe that <strong>organ retrieval disfigures the body<\/strong>, making proper funeral rites impossible, or that it violates religious traditions.<\/li>\n<li>In truth, organ removal is performed respectfully, preserving the donor\u2019s appearance for final ceremonies, and all major faiths regard it as a compassionate act aligned with spiritual values.<\/li>\n<li>Another false fear is that doctors may <strong>hastily declare brain death to obtain organs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The reality is that brain death certification is governed by the <strong>Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994<\/strong>, which mandates a strict, transparent, and legally binding process.\n<ul>\n<li>This involves multiple expert confirmations, clinical assessments at set intervals, and thorough documentation, ensuring ethical conduct and eliminating bias.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Public education and awareness are essential to overcome these misconceptions and increase donation rates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Breaking Age and Health Myths Around Organ Donation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A common misconception is that only young accident victims can be organ donors.<\/li>\n<li>In reality, many organs and tissues\u2014including <strong>kidneys, liver segments, lungs, corneas, bone, skin, and heart valves<\/strong>\u2014can be donated by older individuals or those who die of natural causes.<\/li>\n<li>To address such myths, sustained awareness efforts are vital. Television, social media campaigns, and stories of real donor families and recipients can make the message relatable.<\/li>\n<li>Community workshops, led by trained counsellors, can directly tackle concerns about funeral rites, medical eligibility, and donation protocols.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integrating organ donation education into school and college curricula<\/strong> can instil a culture of giving early on, while peer-led programs can enhance empathy and understanding.<\/li>\n<li>Health-care professionals must also play a proactive role\u2014through regular training\u2014to initiate sensitive, informed conversations with families.<\/li>\n<li>Dedicated transplant coordination teams, such as those at Apollo Hospitals, provide compassionate guidance, ensuring families can make well-informed decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Building Public Trust to Bridge the Organ Donation Gap<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Bridging India\u2019s vast gap between organ demand and supply requires sustained national commitment, strong policy measures, and community involvement.<\/li>\n<li>One promising approach is the <strong>presumed consent model<\/strong>\u2014successfully adopted in countries like Spain and Croatia\u2014<u>where every adult is considered a donor unless they opt out<\/u>.<\/li>\n<li>For such a system to succeed, robust family support structures, transparent procedures, and grievance redress mechanisms must be in place to ensure ethical oversight and public trust.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Organ donation is more than a medical intervention; it is a profound humanitarian act and a legacy of compassion.<\/li>\n<li>On <strong>World Organ Donation Day<\/strong> (August 13), the call is for every adult to register as a donor and every family to honour that choice.<\/li>\n<li>By dispelling myths, ensuring policy reforms, and fostering a culture of shared responsibility, India can work toward a future where no life is lost for want of an organ.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Recognise Organ Donation As a Lifeline FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1.<\/strong> What is India\u2019s current organ donation rate compared to leading countries?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> India\u2019s rate is 0.8 donors per million, far below Spain and the US, where rates exceed 45 donors per million<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2.<\/strong> What legal safeguards ensure ethical brain death certification in India?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994, mandates strict medical criteria, multiple expert confirmations, and thorough documentation<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3.<\/strong> Can older individuals be organ donors?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Yes. Kidneys, liver segments, lungs, corneas, bone, skin, and heart valves can be donated by older donors or those dying of natural causes<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4.<\/strong> What awareness strategies are recommended to counter myths about organ donation?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Campaigns on TV and social media, real donor stories, community workshops, school curriculum integration, and peer-led programs are recommended<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5.<\/strong> What policy approach has proven effective internationally to increase organ donation?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Presumed consent, used in Spain and Croatia, where adults are considered donors unless they opt out, coupled with strong family support systems<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/clear-the-myths-recognise-organ-donation-as-a-lifeline\/article69925243.ece#:~:text=For%20patients%20with%20end%2Dstage,for%20want%20of%20an%20organ.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Supreme Court\u2019s Order on Street Dogs in Delhi &#8211; Legal, Constitutional, and Governance Implications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>On 11 August, the Supreme Court of India (SC) ordered <strong>relocation of all street dogs in Delhi to shelters within eight weeks<\/strong>, following a rise in fatal attacks on infants.<\/li>\n<li>While the move <strong>addresses public safety concerns<\/strong>, it raises legal, constitutional, and governance issues\u2014especially in the context of <strong>animal rights, judicial overreach, and municipal governance failure.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Background of the Case:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Trigger<\/strong>: The apex court took suo motu cognisance of media reports on fatal street dog attacks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concerns<\/strong>: Threat to infants, children, and elderly from unvaccinated street dogs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Historical context<\/strong>: Human\u2013canine conflict has been a recurring issue in India, debated across courts and policy forums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Key Issues with the Order:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Violation of existing law:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>It contradicts &#8211;\n<ul>\n<li>The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960.<\/li>\n<li>The PCA (Animal Birth Control) Rules, 2023 &#8211; prohibit relocation, mandate scientific population control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Implication<\/strong>: Undermines rule of law and sets a precedent for ignoring legal frameworks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Ignoring judicial precedent:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Violates the <strong>stare decisis<\/strong> principle (to stand by things decided).<\/li>\n<li>The SC had already settled the matter in the <strong>Animal Welfare Board of India vs People for Elimination of Stray Troubles (2024)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Frequent reopening of settled issues <strong>erodes public faith<\/strong> in judiciary and diverts state resources from implementation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Violation of natural justice:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Principle of <strong>Audi alteram partem<\/strong> (hear the other side) breached.<\/li>\n<li>Requests for impleadment by relevant parties ignored; suggestions from amicus curiae dismissed.<\/li>\n<li>The order <strong>lacked evidence-based reasoning<\/strong>, scientific grounding, and feasibility assessment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Contradiction with fundamental duties:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Article 51A(g) of the Constitution:<\/strong> Citizens have a duty to show compassion to living creatures.<\/li>\n<li>Threatening action against those opposing relocation <strong>undermines this constitutional duty.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Underlying Governance Failure &#8211; Failure of Local Authorities:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inadequate implementation<\/strong> of humane Animal Birth Control (ABC) and anti-rabies vaccination programmes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ineffective euthanasia<\/strong> of confirmed rabid dogs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poor solid waste management<\/strong>, contributing to rising stray dog numbers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Critical Analysis of the Order:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Judicial overreach<\/strong>: Court bypassed existing statutory mechanisms and municipal responsibilities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Short-term fix<\/strong>: The Court has not considered the impact of enforced dog sheltering on <strong>public health, public safety, and on the public exchequer<\/strong>. Relocation may worsen issues like overcrowded shelters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Root cause neglected<\/strong>: Villainising street dogs is <strong>a convenient smokescreen to hide the total failure of the state machinery<\/strong> (the third tier of government in particular) in performing their legal duties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Way Forward:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Strengthen local governance<\/strong>: Effective implementation of ABC Rules, 2023 and vaccination drives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence-based judicial orders<\/strong>: Consider scientific studies and public health data.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Public awareness<\/strong>: Promote responsible pet ownership and compassion towards animals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multi-stakeholder approach<\/strong>: Collaboration between judiciary, executive, NGOs, and communities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prevent polarisation: <\/strong>Avoid framing the issue as humans vs animals; focus on systemic failures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>In the future, addressing human\u2013canine conflict will require data-driven, humane, and community-based interventions that align with constitutional duties, scientific evidence, and sustainable urban governance.<\/li>\n<li>By empowering the third tier of government and ensuring strict adherence to the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023, India can move towards <strong>a balanced approach where public safety, animal welfare, and legal integrity coexist in harmony.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Supreme Court\u2019s Order on Street Dogs in Delhi FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1<\/strong>. What laws and constitutional provisions does the August 11 SC order violate?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. PCA Act, 1960; ABC Rules, 2023; Article 51A(g); principle of stare decisis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2<\/strong>. How does the order show judicial overreach?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. By bypassing statutory provisions and executive responsibilities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3<\/strong>. What governance failures fuel human\u2013canine conflict?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Weak ABC and vaccination drives, poor euthanasia, bad waste management.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4<\/strong>. What ethical issue arises from street dog relocation?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Undermines compassion for animals under Article 51A(g).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5<\/strong>. What sustainable steps can address human\u2013canine conflict?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Strong local governance, scientific ABC, better waste management, public awareness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/opinion\/columns\/stray-dogs-supreme-court-order-mcd-delhi-dogs-street-dogs-10184228\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daily Editorial Analysis 13 August 2025 by Vajiram &#038; Ravi covers key editorials from The Hindu &#038; Indian Express with UPSC-focused insights and relevance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":50653,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[138],"tags":[141,882,909],"class_list":{"0":"post-59263","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-daily-editorial-analysis","8":"tag-daily-editorial-analysis","9":"tag-the-hindu-editorial-analysis","10":"tag-the-indian-express-analysis","11":"no-featured-image-padding"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59263","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=59263"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59263\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/50653"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=59263"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=59263"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=59263"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}