📄 Abstract
This study addresses the complex relationship between disability and poverty in India, drawing on official sources such as Census data and National Sample Survey Organization (NSSO) rounds. It critically assesses the implementation and impact of key legislative measures, notably the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The findings indicate that persons with disabilities (PWDs) in India face significantly higher poverty rates, with pronounced disparities along rural-urban and gender lines. Labor force participation among disabled individuals remains markedly lower than that of the general population, with women with disabilities experiencing particularly acute challenges. Although India has established an array of policy frameworks intended to support PWDs, persistent implementation gaps undermine the effectiveness of poverty alleviation initiatives. The study concludes that advancing disability-inclusive development and reinforcing social protection systems are essential steps toward breaking the entrenched cycle of disability and poverty in the country.
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📚 How to Cite:
Ugendar.U, S.F. Chandra Sekher. PhD , DISABILITY AND POVERTY IN INDIA: POLICY FRAMEWORK, SOCIOECONOMIC CHALLENGES, AND IMPLICATIONS FOR INCLUSION , Volume 10 , Issue 10, october 2025, EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD) , DOI: https://doi.org/10.36713/epra24437