TISS examines structural barriers to inclusive growth in India’s Viksit Bharat initiative
Original framing: “TISS hosts Viksit Bharat programme to discuss social policies and inclusive development” — bing news
The original framing omits the role of marginalized communities in shaping development outcomes, historical patterns of exclusion, and the impact of colonial legacies on current policy frameworks. It also fails to address the intersection of caste, class, and gender in shaping access to resources and opportunities.
Medium structural omission detected in mainstream coverage.
This narrative is produced by academic institutions and policy think tanks, primarily for policymakers and urban elites, reinforcing a technocratic model of development. It serves the framing of development as a top-down process, obscuring the role of grassroots movements and indigenous knowledge systems. The emphasis on 'inclusive growth' often masks the exclusionary outcomes of market-driven reforms.
Scientific research on social determinants of health and education outcomes underscores the importance of addressing structural inequalities. Studies show that inclusive policies must be evidence-based and continuously evaluated to ensure equitable outcomes.
The Viksit Bharat initiative, while well-intentioned, must move beyond technocratic policy discussions to address the deep-seated structural inequalities that have historically excluded marginalized communities.