How India Is Failing Its Educated Youth

India is the world’s fastest growing major economy. Yet, it’s struggling to create jobs for its expanding population. According to research, unemployment for those aged 20 to 24 has risen to over 42%. It’s a key challenge for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who hopes to achieve developed economy status for the country by 2047.

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00:00 Introduction
01:19 India’s young population
02:09 Informal workers
03:17 Education system
04:52 Political implications
06:42 Modi’s plan

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