| Syllabus: GS-II; Subject: Society and Social Justice; Topic: Welfare schemes, mechanisms, laws and institutions related to disabled, Issue: Movie access to disabled. |
Context: The Delhi High Court directs the I&B Ministry to notify guidelines for accessible movies.
Synopsis:
- Accessibility for disabled persons deemed an enforceable legal right.
- Private parties are also mandated to ensure accessibility.
- Films in India often lack accessibility despite the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016.
Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 (RPWD Act):
Key Areas Covered:
- Rights and Entitlements:Covers rights related to equality, life with dignity, protection from cruelty, abuse, and exploitation, access to healthcare, education, employment, and voting.
- Education:Mandates free and inclusive education for children with disabilities.
- Employment:Prohibits discrimination in employment and mandates reservation of government jobs for persons with disabilities.
- Accessibility:Requires making buildings, transportation systems, and information & communication technology accessible for persons with disabilities.
- Social Security and Welfare:Â Provides for social security benefits and schemes for persons with disabilities.
