What is the impact of social mobility?

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    Dharamveer Dheer Educator at University | Scholar-Level 18

    5 years ago
    Dear Venolu,
    Social mobility is often regarded as the ultimate goal of democratic societies. In democracy, equality is considered a biggest social issue, education plays a huge part in uplifting large number of poor people up the social ladder.
    However it is fulfilling to know that now he masses in India are now upbeat about education.
    Moving up and down the social ladder can be stressful.
    So it is imperative that education being the strongest driver of social mobility must be taken from the institutions of high repute like IIMs. IIT,IISER. BITS, Symbiosis, IT, PU, DU, Xaviers, Loyola, Shree ram, La Martinaire, Stella Marris and LPU etc.
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    Priya Mahajan Educationist and Career Consultant since 2010 | Scholar-Level 16

    5 years ago
    Hi,
    Education helps students belonging to lower strata of the society to go up in the social scale and attar in a high social position in the society. The medium of instruction in the educational system can play a great role in bringing about mobility among the people of the society.
    Education is the most important mediator of inter-generational social mobility in India. Education plays an important role with regard to social mobility chances, but the effect of caste and class of origin remains significant.Today the students move to different states for attaining the skill sets for their career advancement. LPU is such a university that
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    Khushal Arora | Scholar-Level 16

    5 years ago
    Hello,
    Education is often seen as a strong driver of social mobility. Social mobility may be reduced in more unequal countries because educational scores are on average lower in less equal countries and education improves incomes more for those at the bottom of the income spectrum than for those further up.Higher education helps in gaining higher income and, thus, education is an important means for upward social mobility. Education is the most important mediator of inter-generational social mobility in India. Education plays an important role with regard to social mobility chances, but the effect of caste and class of origin remains si
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    Joy Ghosh | Contributor-Level 6

    5 years ago
    Sorry, I don't understand the term impact of social mobility.But, what I roughly understand mobility between home and college, you will get more exposure in LPU both in upgrade your position and also your knowledge.
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    Neetu Singh | Scholar-Level 16

    5 years ago
    Social mobility is seen as an essential societal goal one that occupies most democratic governments. But moving up and down the social ladder can be very stressful, and it is well documented that long-lasting or repeated stress is bad for your health. Until now, though, no one has tried to quantify the health impact of social mobility. In our latest study we set out to redress this knowledge gap. But, before we get to that, a bit of background.
    One problem with finding out whether social mobility is a stressful experience is that it is such a complex thing. Its made up of three parts: the social class of your parents (your origin), you
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    Aaravi Sarmah | Guide-Level 12

    5 years ago
    Education is often seen as a strong driver of social mobility. Social mobility may be reduced in more unequal countries because educational scores are on average lower in less equal countries and education improves incomes more for those at the bottom of the income spectrum than for those further up.
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    Vikram Singh

    5 years ago
    Social Mobility creates a good impact when we are at learning stages because that is going to create a good impact on our future. So try to be more social with different types of people.
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    Pandita Ghumika

    8 months ago

    Hi,

    Social mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups within a society's socio-economic hierarchy, either upward or downward. It plays a crucial role in driving economic growth by enabling people from disadvantaged backgrounds to access better employment opportunities. When success is based on merit rather than inherited status, it not only enhances productivity but also fosters innovation and competitiveness in the workforce. By reducing income and opportunity disparities, social mobility helps create a more balanced and fair society.

    Moreover, higher levels of social mobility contribute to social stability and cohesion. W

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    Samaksh Kastha | Contributor-Level 8

    8 months ago

    Hello,

    Social mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups within a society's socio-economic hierarchy, either upward or downward. It plays a key role in driving economic growth by offering people from disadvantaged backgrounds access to better employment opportunities. When success is based on merit rather than inherited status, it boosts productivity, fosters innovation, and enhances workforce competitiveness. By reducing income and opportunity disparities, social mobility promotes a fairer, more balanced society. Higher social mobility contributes to social stability, encouraging investment in education, skill development

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    Ghumika pandita

    8 months ago

    Hello,

    Social mobility refers to the upward or downward movement of individuals or groups within a society's economic and social hierarchy. It is a critical driver of economic growth, enabling people from less privileged backgrounds to access better education, jobs, and living standards. When success is determined by merit rather than inherited status, it improves productivity, encourages innovation, and increases the competitiveness of the labor force.

    Moreover, higher levels of social mobility reduce inequality and promote fairness across society. It strengthens social cohesion and stability by ensuring that everyone has a fair chance

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