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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 19, 2025

3 min

At what age are you considered a senior citizen in India?

As of 2021, India had nearly 138 million elderly persons, according to a report by the Technical Group on Population Projections. Understanding at what age are you considered a senior citizen in India is crucial for availing a variety of government benefits, schemes, and concessions aimed at this demographic. While the official legal age is 60, certain benefits have specific age brackets, which can sometimes cause confusion.

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Oct 18, 2025

2 min

How does India treat their elderly?: A Comprehensive Look at Care

According to the 2011 Census, India's elderly population crossed 100 million, a number projected to double by 2040. How does India treat their elderly? The answer is a complex tapestry woven from deep-seated cultural traditions, legal mandates, and the modern-day realities of a rapidly changing society.

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