Published: 5 October 2025Economy
ILO Releases 'State of Social Justice 2025' Report; India's Poverty Falls from 29% to 11%
The International Labour Organization (ILO) released its landmark report 'The State of Social Justice: A Work in Progress (2025)' ahead of the Second World Summit for Social Development, marking 30 years since the 1995 Copenhagen Summit. The report highlighted that multidimensional poverty in India fell from 29% (2013-14) to 11% (2022-23), aligning with the global progress theme.
The report emphasised the need for stronger social protection systems, decent work opportunities, and inclusive growth policies. It noted that despite global economic growth, inequality persists in many developing nations, with 52% of the world's workers still in informal employment.
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What was India's unemployment rate in December 2025 under the PLFS current weekly status measure for persons aged 15 years and above?
Explanation · Correct answer CThe PLFS Monthly Bulletin for December 2025 reported the unemployment rate under current weekly status for persons aged 15 years and above at 4.8%. The overall labour force participation rate for the same age group was 56.1%.
Frequently asked questions
What did the ILO report 'State of Social Justice 2025' say about India's poverty?
The ILO's **'State of Social Justice 2025'** report found that **multidimensional poverty in India fell from 29% (2013-14) to 11% (2022-23)** — a major achievement representing nearly 18 percentage points of reduction over a decade.
What is the ILO 'State of Social Justice 2025' report about?
The **ILO 'State of Social Justice: A Work in Progress (2025)'** was released ahead of the **Second World Summit for Social Development**. It marks **30 years since the 1995 Copenhagen Summit** and focuses on social protection, decent work, and inclusive growth.
What global challenge does the ILO Social Justice 2025 report highlight about informal work?
The report highlights that **52% of the world's workers are still in informal employment** despite global economic growth — a key structural challenge for achieving social justice and labour rights.
What does the ILO report recommend for achieving social justice?
The ILO report emphasises the need for **stronger social protection systems**, **decent work opportunities**, and **inclusive growth policies** to reduce inequality and ensure economic benefits reach all workers.
What is the Second World Summit for Social Development and when is it connected to?
The **Second World Summit for Social Development** is a global gathering addressing poverty, employment, and social inclusion. The ILO released the **State of Social Justice 2025** ahead of this summit, noting it marks **30 years** since the first summit in Copenhagen in 1995.
