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Ensuring Empowerment and Inclusion: A Critical Appraisal of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

Introduction The status of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in any society reflects the depth of its commitment to equality, justice, and human dignity. For long, disability in India was viewed largely through a charity-based or medical lens, resulting in social exclusion, limited access to opportunities, and systemic discrimination. Recognizing the need for a rights-based framework,…

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Major Schemes for Empowerment and Welfare of Divyangjan in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh (UP), one of the largest and most populous states in India, has been actively working to ensure the welfare and empowerment of Divyangjan (persons with disabilities). The state government, in collaboration with the central government, has launched several schemes aimed at providing equal opportunities, accessibility, and support for individuals with disabilities. These initiatives…

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