How ethnic factors are responsible for alcoholism?

The proper and controlled use of alcoholic beverages depends upon the attitude of the nation towards alcohol and its regulations. The countries like Spain, Italy and Portugal have permissive cultures, where attitude towards alcohol is good and favourable. Here the problem of alcoholism is found at a very high level. In some countries social sanctions…

Examine the measures taken by NGOs to deal with the social problems in India?

There are many Charity and Welfare organizations to provide help to the poor and needy people of the society. Many Relief organization provide help and support during emergency situations like earthquake, floods, drought etc. The Rehabilitation organizations provide medical and psychological help and support to people affected by alcoholism, drug addiction and smoking. Many NGO’s…

Examine the measures taken by the government to deal with the social problems of the country?

The Government has several plans and programmes for problems like poverty, unemployment and illiteracy. The Poverty Alleviation Programme, the Jawaharlal Nehru Rozgar Yojana, the Population Policy, Family Planning Programmes etc, speaks volumes of the government’s efforts to reduce the intensity of these problems. Several laws like the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, Domestic Violence Act, 2005,…

What measures can be taken to solve the problem of regionalism?

Following are some of the measures that can be taken to curb regionalism: Efforts should be made by the Central and State governments to promote national unity and solidarity. States should be willing to cooperate with each other to resolve their disputes in the larger interest of the nation. Cultural, Sports and literary exchanges between…

What are the consequences of Casteism?

Following are some of the consequences of Casteism: Casteism violates the fundamental right to equality as well as the democratic principles of our constitution. It is actually a form of communalism that creates disharmony and leads to conflicts and violence. It gives rise to increased corruption in politics. Selfish politicians with vested interests get voted…

What are the different types of Mental disability.

When a person looses the capacity to think independently and rationally, whose intellectual levels are not developed then the person is called mentally disabled. There are several types of mental retardation or mental disability. Down’s syndrome – It is a genetic disability in which there is a problem in the 21st pair of chromosomes. Autism…