Unemployment is a major issue among the several socioeconomic problems currently faced by our country. It refers to the situation where individuals are willing to work but cannot find paid employment. There are multiple factors that contribute to this problem in our nation, such as seasonal layoffs in the agricultural sector, advancements in automated industries leading to job losses, inadequate skills of workers, and economic fluctuations.
All these factors contribute to the issue of unemployment, resulting in the wastage of our valuable human resources. Despite 63 years of Independence, India is still struggling to address this problem. Despite extensive planning, we are falling short in tackling this issue. The rapid growth of our population is the primary concern when discussing unemployment. The employment opportunities being created in our country are unable to keep up with the pace of population growth.
Despite efforts and extensive planning, India continues to struggle with unemployment even after 63 years of Independence. Rapid population growth remains a significant challenge as employment opportunities cannot match its pace, leading to the wastage of valuable human resources.
The United Nations states that India has the highest annual population growth rate at 1.65 percent, making it the main contributor to global population growth. India contributes 21 percent of the world’s yearly increase in population, while China closely follows with a contribution of 15 percent. Given this growth rate, it is inevitable that India will surpass China in the future, leading to even fewer job opportunities for future generations.
Furthermore, the education system primarily focuses on equipping young individuals with skills for employment. This narrow focus limits their preparedness to handle job-related challenges and leads employers to hesitate when considering inexperienced candidates. Consequently, unemployment significantly affects youth and highlights societal problems that arise. The issue of unemployment will have various repercussions on society.
The increase in crime, poverty, and decline in health standards are all directly caused by unemployment. The main contributors to the rise in crime are the youth; however, if their abilities are effectively utilized, they can greatly contribute to the country’s prosperity.
However, the societal impact of unemployment can be highly detrimental. This is evident in the rising crime rates within urban areas, where daily occurrences of chain snatching, robbery, and murder have become commonplace. Furthermore, a concerning trend has emerged whereby unemployed youth are being enticed by criminal factions and separatist organizations. These nefarious groups manipulate them as tools to create chaos and destabilize our country.
