THE NEGLECTED PILLARS: ELDERS IN RELIGIOUS, HISTORICAL AND LEGAL PERSPECTIVES - Couverture souple

DR. V.R. Uma

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798899617508

Editeur : Notion Press, 2025

Synopsis

The elderly are considered a valuable resource of the family. This book examines how major religions in the world have revered elders. Also, the book sheds light on the role played by the elders as a source of wisdom for the next generation. The book highlights how the parents and the elderly persons were venerated during the ancient and medieval periods. The book explains the significance given to parents and elderly during the rule of major dynasties in India. Also, the book tells that the elderly were instrumental in the upkeep of the society in the olden days. The impact of western education on the Indian social system and its aftermath on the life of elderly in India during the British rule and post- independence are briefly discussed in this book. Legislations like the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act 1956, section 125 of CrPC (Section 144 of BNSS) and a special legislation enacted for the elderly, i.e., MWPSC Act, 2007 are briefly explained in the book.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Notion Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798899617508
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 144
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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