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Critically examine the rise of the gig economy and its implications for labour rights and social security. Discuss the need for regulatory and institutional reforms to protect gig workers.

Analyze the trends and determinants of unemployment in India, with special reference to labour force participation and regional disparities. Suggest suitable policy measures to improve employment outcomes, especially for youth.

Discuss how recent labour law reforms seek to balance flexibility, worker protection, and economic competitiveness in India, and examine the evolving role of trade unions in a technology-driven labour market.

The ‘Right to Disconnect’ is emerging globally as a labour welfare and mental health safeguard in the digital workplace. Examine its significance for work–life balance and productivity, and discuss the challenges in implementing such a framework in India with reference to global experiences.

Evaluate India's demographic advantage in terms of workforce potential. What strategies should the government adopt to capitalize on this advantage amidst the challenges posed by informal employment?

Discuss how changes in consumer behavior can impact wage structures and working conditions for gig workers. What strategies can be adopted to create a more equitable environment in the gig sector?

Critically analyze the role of labor force participation in determining unemployment rates in India. What measures can be taken to enhance participation?

Critically analyze the trends in global unemployment as highlighted by the ILO report. What measures can be implemented to enhance job opportunities for youth and women worldwide?

Assess the challenges posed by AI and platform-driven gig work on employment security and labour governance. What role should government institutions and platform companies play in ensuring fair work conditions?

Discuss the role of **professional platforms and educational institutions** in bridging skill gaps for the AI-driven job market. Can structured guidance and targeted upskilling ensure sustainable youth employment in India?

Evaluate the effectiveness of current social security schemes like e-SHRAM and Labour Codes in protecting gig workers. How can India balance worker welfare with the growth of quick commerce?

Evaluate India’s skilling outcomes using national and international data. How can industry co-ownership, credible certification, and evidence-based policy frameworks help convert demographic advantage into sustained economic growth?

Digital tools have extended the workday beyond formal hours, blurring boundaries between professional and personal life. This intensifies labour without proportional productivity gains. Analyse.

Analyze the governance challenge of regulating non-employment relationships in a rapidly expanding digital labour market.

Critically examine whether the principles of minimum wage, living wage, and equal remuneration are adequate to ensure fair compensation, considering modern socio-economic realities and diverse worker classifications.

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