Policy Recommendations for Youth Education, Skill, and Employment

Balwant Singh Mehta () and Ishwar Chandra Awasthi ()
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Balwant Singh Mehta: Institute for Human Development
Ishwar Chandra Awasthi: Institute for Human Development

Chapter Chapter 8 in Indian Youth’s Journey from Education to Decent Work, 2025, pp 181-197 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract India is experiencing a critical demographic transition with a significant youth bulge, presenting both opportunities and challenges for economic growth. Despite increased participation in higher education, issues of low enrolment and poor quality of education persist, particularly in higher education, technical and vocational training. The country faces high youth unemployment rates, with a predominance of self-employment and informal sector jobs offering low earnings and limited social security. Additionally, a substantial digital divide hinders the development of crucial ICT skills necessary for emerging and modern jobs. There is a pressing need for targeted policy interventions to improve education quality, skill training, and employment opportunities, ensuring an inclusive transition from school to work for the Indian youth.

Keywords: Demographic transition; Youth unemployment; Education quality; Digital divide; Informal sector (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-96-4475-9_8

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