Centre Likely to Move ILO Against India Employment Report
- July 30, 2024
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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Centre Likely to Move ILO Against India Employment Report
Sub: Eco
Sec: Inflation and unemployment
Context:
- India, a founding member of the International Labour Organization (ILO), is reportedly considering raising a complaint against the UN agency regarding its India Employment Report, 2024.
- Report Details:
- Released in March 2024, the report by the ILO and the Institute of Human Development (IHD) claims that 83% of India’s unemployed workforce comprises youth.
- The report also highlights that the proportion of unemployed youth with secondary or higher education has nearly doubled from 35.2% in 2000 to 65.7% in 2022.
- Government’s Response:
- A senior official from the Union Labour Ministry expressed concerns that the ILO’s model for assessing employment does not accurately reflect India’s situation.
- The Ministry plans to address these concerns with the ILO, noting that India’s employment landscape includes a growing number of entrepreneurs and formal employment, as evidenced by increased participation in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation and the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation.
- Data Discrepancy:
- The Indian government has previously questioned the accuracy of data from private agencies like the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE).
- The government prefers data from the Periodic Labour Force Surveys, which it claims provides a more accurate depiction of India’s employment situation.
- Official Statement:
- Minister of State for Labour mentioned in the Lok Sabha that the unemployment rate for youth in India is showing a declining trend.
- The government emphasizes that employment generation and improving employability are key priorities, with various initiatives being undertaken to address these issues.