Migrant Labour

Why it matters

• Acts as a critical driver of economic growth by bridging the gap between labour surplus regions and labour-scarce industrial or agricultural hubs.
• Serves as a primary source of income for rural households through remittances, which support consumption and investment in home communities.
• Highlights systemic gaps in social security portability, housing, and access to public services for mobile populations.

How it is asked

Focus on the legal framework for interstate migrant workers, the challenges in implementing welfare schemes due to lack of documentation, and the policy shift towards digital integration for social protection.