Equity ensures that no community is left behind. We assess whether growth benefits SC/ST communities, minorities, women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. We check for inclusion in education, health, jobs, and governance. Representation, financial support, and legal safeguards are key metrics.
Key indicators: gender gap in employment and education, SC/ST reservation fulfillment, minority scheme delivery, access for persons with disabilities, and investment in backward regions and tribal belts.