Social issues and trends
Social Issues and Trends in Gujarati
Contemporary Gujarat
- Rapid urbanisation of Gujarati cities like Ahmedabad and Surat has led to various issues.
- Understand the central role of Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat, which plays a significant role in the state's economy and culture.
- Awareness of issues related to migration from rural to urban areas, including overcrowding, sanitation problems, and infrastructure development.
Health and Wellbeing
- Familiarity with public health challenges in Gujarat, such as malnutrition and poor sanitation.
- The struggle against communicable diseases, including tuberculosis and malaria.
- The rise of non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes, due to lifestyle changes.
- Gujarat’s initiatives to improve public health services and health infrastructure.
Education and Employment
- Knowledge of inequality in education access, especially in rural areas and among girls.
- Understand how the expansion of ICT has influenced education and job opportunities.
- The impact of globalisation on local businesses, leading to shifts in employment patterns.
- Awareness of Gujarat’s policies for skill development and youth employment.
Environment
- Discussion on environmental issues like water scarcity and pollution.
- The problems related to deforestation and loss of biodiversity.
- Understand Gujarat's role in renewable energy production and the associated benefits and challenges.
Women and Society
- Understand the gender inequality existing in society and the efforts to challenge and change this.
- Awareness of important public figures, like Narendra Modi, should be cultivated to understand their influence on women's rights and roles in Gujarat.
- Familiarise with legislation and social movements aimed at protecting women's rights and promoting gender equality.
Remember: Each topic will require you to apply your understanding of Gujarati language in a variety of contexts including listening exercises, reading comprehension and translation practice. A comprehensive understanding of social issues and trends in Gujarati society is foundational to performing well in all these areas.