Impact of Globalisation on Youth in India

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Impact of Globalisation on Youth in India 


The idea of “Vasudaiva Kutumbakam", the world is one family, is also reflected in the idea of ‘globalisation’, as countries interact, integrate and are interdependent on one another for mutual benefit. This interaction among multiple countries heavily impact the youth of India as it promises emmense possibilities, but also comes at a price. 



Various Socio-Economic Impact of Globalisation on Youth in India 



Positive Impacts





1. Aquire knowledge about global issues: With globalisation, youth are more aware about global ideologies, philosophies, trends and global affairs, and hold diverse perspective about things.


2. Employment opportunities: With global partnerships, joint training programs, study abroad programs, etc, more opportunities are available for youth to learn skills from international organisations and procure employment opportunities in both India and abroad.


3. Urbanization and modernization: Setting up of MNCs and international brand malls, and increase in FDIs has led to modernization and urbanization with introduction of modern technologies, infrastructures and innovations, which youth of India can experience and get inspiration from.


4. More spirit of competition: Globalisation encourages and presents more opportunities for youth to seek more knowledge and compete at the global level.


5. Women empowerment: With globalisation came more job opportunities, better healthcare facilities and access to women hygiene, and came more success stories of women empowerment which encouraged more women to participate in the economy.



Negative Impacts


1. Neocolonialism: Youth of India are influenced by the westernization and consumerism, as these ideas are used by developed nations to influence the economic and political policies of developing nations.


2. Biasness towards western ideologies: Youths are more inclined towards following western ideas and trends as they consider them more modern and they disregard traditional customs and beliefs.


3. Increase in crimes and mental issues: Globalisation altered social fabric as there is a shift from a supportive and value-oriented joint family to individualism, also increased competition and structural inequalities have made youth more vulnerable to depression, substance abuse, suicides and committing crimes.


4. Wealth gap: Globalisation has given employment opportunities majorly to high skilled labourers, whereas blue collar labourers are often exploited. This uneven distribution of resources has led to wealth gap and other associated social inequalities.


India has encountered emmense success after opening up its doors to globalisation, as along with this, came foreign investments, growth in IT, global trade and technological advancements. However one must not overlook the associated negative impacts of globalisation, and empower our youth through good education, training, health and expert guidance on employment opportunities and their well being, so their future can be secured and youth of our nation are empowered.

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