Health Status of Marginalized Groups in India

This paper analyzes the poor health status of marginalized groups in India, including women, children, scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, persons with disabilities, and migrants. It highlights the discrimination and exploitation these groups face, particularly regarding healthcare access. The study identifies structural factors, age, disability, mobility, and stigma as barriers. It emphasizes that multiple identities can lead to compounded discrimination, for instance, disabled women facing double disadvantage. Based on secondary sources, the paper concludes that these groups experience significantly poorer health outcomes compared to the general population due to rights violations and lack of proper medical attention.