Contemporary Issues in Social Justice — Mains Questions

Critically analyze the challenges posed by the digital divide to social justice in India. Suggest policy measures to ensure equitable access and prevent data-driven exclusion. (250 words, 15 marks)

The gig economy, while offering flexibility, presents significant challenges to the traditional understanding of labour rights and social security. Discuss the policy and legal reforms needed to ensure social justice for platform workers in India. (250 words, 15 marks)

Examine the concept of 'climate justice' in the Indian context, highlighting how climate change disproportionately affects marginalized communities. What steps can India take to integrate climate justice into its development strategy? (250 words, 15 marks)

Case Study: A major metropolitan city in India decides to implement a 'Smart City' project, which includes extensive use of facial recognition technology for public safety and traffic management. The project also involves the demolition of several informal settlements (slums) to make way for new infrastructure, with promises of rehabilitation to distant, underdeveloped areas. Critically evaluate this scenario from the perspective of contemporary social justice issues, particularly focusing on digital rights, urban homelessness, and intersectionality. (400 words, 20 marks)