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The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

The Disability Discrimination Act, 2018

The Accessible India Campaign Act, 2019

Federal Government

State Governments

Local Governments

All of the above

Enacting and enforcing federal laws that prohibit disability discrimination

Providing financial assistance to states and local governments for disability-related programs and services

Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of disability-related laws and policies

All of the above

Enacting and enforcing state laws that prohibit disability discrimination

Providing financial assistance to local governments and organizations for disability-related programs and services

Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of disability-related laws and policies at the state level

All of the above

Attitudinal barriers and discrimination

Lack of accessible infrastructure and transportation

Inadequate access to education and employment opportunities

All of the above

Raising awareness and changing attitudes towards disability

Improving accessibility in public spaces and transportation

Enhancing access to education and employment opportunities

All of the above

It allows for a decentralized approach to addressing disability discrimination, with each state able to tailor its policies and programs to the specific needs of its population.

It facilitates cooperation and coordination between different levels of government, ensuring a comprehensive and cohesive approach to addressing disability discrimination.

It enables the sharing of best practices and resources among different states, promoting innovation and effective strategies for addressing disability discrimination.

All of the above

By developing and implementing joint strategies and programs that address disability discrimination at both the federal and state levels.

By sharing data and information on disability-related issues, policies, and programs.

By providing financial and technical assistance to state governments to support their efforts in addressing disability discrimination.

All of the above

Enacting state laws that provide comprehensive protection against disability discrimination in various areas such as employment, education, and healthcare.

Establishing state-level commissions or agencies dedicated to addressing disability-related issues and ensuring the implementation of relevant laws and policies.

Providing financial assistance and incentives to businesses and organizations that promote accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.

All of the above

Limited financial resources and capacity to implement disability-related laws and policies.

Lack of coordination and collaboration between different government departments and agencies.

Insufficient data and information on the prevalence and nature of disability discrimination.

All of the above

Advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities and raising awareness about disability-related issues.

Providing direct services and support to persons with disabilities, such as education, employment, and healthcare.

Collaborating with government agencies and stakeholders to develop and implement inclusive policies and programs.

All of the above

By raising awareness about disability-related issues and challenging stereotypes and prejudices.

By providing accurate and balanced reporting on disability-related news and events.

By promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities in media content and representation.

All of the above

The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)

The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

All of the above