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#Day4 – GS3 | Economy
Q. Discuss the significance of the gig economy in India's employment landscape. (150 words)
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✅ Directive & Syllabus
Directive: Discuss – explore multiple dimensions
GS3 Syllabus: Employment, Informal Sector, Economic Growth
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📝 Model Answer
🔹 Introduction
The gig economy involves flexible, freelance or platform-based work. It has grown rapidly in India due to digitization, urban youth participation, and platform tech (e.g., Swiggy, Uber, Urban Company).
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🔸 Significance
7.7 million gig workers in 2020–21 (NITI Aayog, 2022)
Projected to hit 23.5 million by 2029–30
Offers income flexibility for semi-skilled and youth workforce
Supports sectors like delivery, transport, digital freelancing
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🔸 Challenges
Absence of job security, insurance, or legal rights
Limited representation and social protection
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🔸 Way Forward
Implement provisions under Code on Social Security, 2020
Introduce portable benefits and skilling initiatives
Create a gig worker database for targeted welfare
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🔹 Conclusion
The gig economy is a vital part of India’s employment future. Ensuring safety nets and regulatory support is crucial to making it sustainable.
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#Day4 – GS3 | Economy
Q. Discuss the significance of the gig economy in India's employment landscape. (150 words)
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✅ Directive & Syllabus
Directive: Discuss – explore multiple dimensions
GS3 Syllabus: Employment, Informal Sector, Economic Growth
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📝 Model Answer
🔹 Introduction
The gig economy involves flexible, freelance or platform-based work. It has grown rapidly in India due to digitization, urban youth participation, and platform tech (e.g., Swiggy, Uber, Urban Company).
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🔸 Significance
7.7 million gig workers in 2020–21 (NITI Aayog, 2022)
Projected to hit 23.5 million by 2029–30
Offers income flexibility for semi-skilled and youth workforce
Supports sectors like delivery, transport, digital freelancing
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🔸 Challenges
Absence of job security, insurance, or legal rights
Limited representation and social protection
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🔸 Way Forward
Implement provisions under Code on Social Security, 2020
Introduce portable benefits and skilling initiatives
Create a gig worker database for targeted welfare
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🔹 Conclusion
The gig economy is a vital part of India’s employment future. Ensuring safety nets and regulatory support is crucial to making it sustainable.
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#GS3 #GigEconomy #Employment #LabourReforms #UPSCMains #ReadyIAS #MainsReady #Day4