Sharma, H.I. and Lal, Shyam  <br/><br/>
Ensuring dignity in old age: A pathway to social security for senior citizens  

 - Kuurukshetra: A Journal on Rural Development  
 - 73(1), Nov, 2024: p.26-32 
<br/><br/>  In India where the cultural norm of joint family system traditionally ensured the well being of the elderly rapid urbanization, changing family structures and social norms have necessitated the formal state intervention. In view of the changing scion economic, demographic and development scenario in the country, the government has introduced several schemes and programmes lamed at ensuring the social and economic security of senior citizens. – Reproduced