What are the legal provisions and policy initiatives in India for the welfare of persons with disabilities? What are the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in India? 10 marks

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https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-united-nations-india-7078236/
In the intro, mention that as per the World Bank estimate over 40 million persons with disability are living in India.
In the body mention, the Acts like The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act was passed in 2016, Mental Healthcare Act, signing of UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and schemes like ADIP scheme for improving access to disability aids. The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, or Accessible India Campaign, has aimed to make public transport, buildings etc. In the challenges mention lack of education, lack of implementation of the legal provisions etc.
Conclude by ensuring the implementation of the provisions made for the persons with disability.

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