{"id":14971,"date":"2026-04-14T10:17:58","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/national-policy-for-persons-with-disabilities-2006\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T07:19:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T07:19:40","slug":"national-policy-for-persons-with-disabilities-2006","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/national-policy-for-persons-with-disabilities-2006\/","title":{"rendered":"National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006: 12 Key Provisions Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/what-is-education\/\"><strong>Education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n in the 21st century plays an essential role for future growth and development.<strong> A free and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/pillar\/quality-education\/\"><strong>quality education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n is a right of every child.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Do you<\/em><em> know about the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006?&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If not, this blog is for you. <strong>Check out a brief analysis of the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With time,<strong> the number of persons with disabilities are increasing<\/strong>. <strong>According to <\/strong><strong>the census of<\/strong><strong> 2001:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>India has 2.19 crore <\/strong><strong>of<\/strong><strong> persons with disabilities, making up 2.13% of the total population.<\/strong> Various <strong>types of disabilities include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speech<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Locomotor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental disabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>75% of persons with disabilities live in rural areas 49%<\/strong> <strong>are<\/strong> <strong>literate and only 34% are employed<\/strong>. The status showcases the need for proper <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/education-and-employment\/\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/in\/blog\/education-and-employment\/\">education and employment<\/a><\/a>\r\n.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in\/s3e58aea67b01fa747687f038dfde066f6\/uploads\/2023\/10\/20231013248779923.pdf\"><strong>National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006<\/strong><\/a> <strong>helps to provide equality, freedom, justice, and dignity for all citizens including disabled people.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>legal framework for disability in India<\/strong> includes <strong>three popular laws by the Government of India:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indiacode.nic.in\/bitstream\/123456789\/1951\/1\/A1999_44.pdf\"><strong>National Trust Act, 1999<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in\/s3e58aea67b01fa747687f038dfde066f6\/uploads\/2023\/11\/202311021027188848.pdf\"><strong>Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12 Key Pillars and Strategies of the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understand the <strong>major focus areas of the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Prevention of Disabilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There are many disabilities which are preventable<\/strong>. That&#8217;s why <strong>the policy <\/strong><strong>focuses on:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disease prevention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maternal and child health care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Awareness during pregnancy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Immunisation and nutrition programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Early screening and intervention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of <strong>health programs, awareness campaigns, early screening and intervention services to help identify the problem<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Rehabilitation Measures<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rehabilitation measures are divided into three parts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Physical Rehabilitation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Physical rehabilitation of persons with disabilities includes:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Early detection and intervention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Counseling and medical rehabilitation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assistive devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Development of rehabilitation professionals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Educational Rehabilitation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Educational rehabilitation of persons with disabilities includes:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/childs-right-to-admission\/#1_Free_and_Compulsory_Education\">Free and compulsory education<\/a>\r\n up to 18 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Programs under <a href=\"https:\/\/hi.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%E0%A4%B8%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B5_%E0%A4%B6%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%BE_%E0%A4%85%E0%A4%AD%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A8\"><strong>Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan<\/strong><\/a> and other schemes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inclusive schools and specialised support (special teachers, learning aids)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scholarships and vocational training for <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/basic-education-vs-higher-education\/#What_is_Higher_Education\">higher education<\/a>\r\n and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/difference-between-skill-and-knowledge\/#What_Are_Skills\"><strong>skill<\/strong><\/a>\r\n development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Economic Rehabilitation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Economic rehabilitation of persons with disabilities includes:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Government job reservations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vocational and skill training for private sector placement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promotion of self-employment through loans and incentives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support for self-help groups of persons with disabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Women with Disabilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Women with disabilities require protection against exploitation and abuse<\/strong> because they face challenges in both gender-based and disability-related ways.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To resolve this problem, one of the <strong>key pillars and strategies of the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006 calls for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/special-education\/\"><strong>Special education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and vocational programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support homes and shelters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Childcare assistance for disabled women<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 25% representation of women in disability programs &#8211; in line with broader efforts to address <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/problems-of-women-education\/\">problems of women education<\/a>\r\n in India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Children with Disabilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children with disabilities are the most vulnerable group and need special attention<\/strong>. That&#8217;s why <strong>the Government policy ensures:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Right to care, protection and security for children with disabilities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure the right to development with dignity and equality creating an enabling environment where children can exercise their rights, enjoy equal opportunities and full participation in accordance with various statutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure inclusion and effective access to education, health, vocational training along with specialised rehabilitation services to children with disabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure the right to development as well as recognition of special needs and of care, and protection of children with severe disabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Barrier-free Environment&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For independence and dignity people with disabilities need a barrier-free environment.<\/strong> <strong>The National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006 promotes:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Individual can access public buildings, transport, utilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One can use sign language in public functions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Training architects and planners in accessible design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Auditing public facilities for accessibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Issue of Disability Certificates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disability certification and social security play an important role<\/strong>. That&#8217;s why the <strong>Government of India has notified guidelines to ensure easy access to benefits:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Simple and transparent procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faster issuance of disability certificates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uniform <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/difference-between-assessment-and-evaluation\/#What_is_Evaluation\"><strong>evaluation<\/strong><\/a>\r\n guidelines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Social Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Social security <\/strong><strong>includes<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disability pensions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unemployment allowance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tax benefits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Insurance coverage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legal guardianship for persons with severe disabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expansion of National Trust schemes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong>Promotion of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For children with disabilities, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play an important role.<\/strong> The following <strong>programmes will be undertaken:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare a national NGO directory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support NGOs in underserved areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourage transparency and accountability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promote NGO training and networking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Help NGOs reduce dependency on grants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong>Collection of Regular Information on Persons with Disabilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There is a requirement <\/strong><strong>to regularly collect, compile<\/strong><strong> and analyse data relating to socio-economic conditions of persons with disabilities<\/strong>. Key points to consider:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regular disability surveys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improved data accuracy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>National disability website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accessible government websites using screen readers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Research<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Research is important to understand the scenario and make policies<\/strong>. However, <strong>consent by people with disabilities is essential<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006 focuses on:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Causes of disabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assistive technologies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Genetic research<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/learning-methods\/\">Education methods<\/a>\r\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Social attitudes towards disability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <strong>Sports, Recreation and Cultural Life<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>People with disabilities have life beyond <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/online-learning-vs-classroom-learning\/#What_is_Classroom_Learning\"><strong>classroom learning.<\/strong><\/a>\r\n That&#8217;s why the policy promotes sports, recreation and cultural life.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some key points include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Equal access to sports and cultural activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disability-friendly sports infrastructure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>National awards for disabled athletes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support for participation in national and international events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <strong>Amendments to Existing Acts Dealing with the Persons with Disabilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ten years after the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995 was implemented<\/strong>, the experience gained and changes done in <strong>the disability sector showcased that few improvements were needed.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Act would be amended after consulting all stakeholders.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) Act and the National Trust Act would also be reviewed and amended wherever needed for a better future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Responsibility for Implementation of National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities and mechanisms for implementation include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/socialjustice.gov.in\/\"><strong>Ministry of Social Justice &amp; Empowerment (MSJE)<\/strong><\/a> and the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) are the nodal bodies responsible for implementation of National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The role of other ministries such as Home Affairs, Health &amp; Family Welfare, Rural Development, Urban Development etc also play an important role.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Other local bodies and NGOs like Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies are involved through District Disability Rehabilitation Centres (DDRCs).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Chief Commissioner for Disabilities at Central level and State Commissioners at the State level coordinate in implementation of National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>List of National Institutes (NIs) Under National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2006<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Go through<strong> the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/depwd.gov.in\/en\/national-institutes\/\"><strong>National Institutes (NIs)<\/strong><\/a><strong> under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/niepid.nic.in\/\"><strong>NIEPID<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, Secunderabad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/niepvd.nic.in\/\"><strong>NIEPVD<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities, Dehradun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ayjnishd.nic.in\/\"><strong>AYJNISHD<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Ali Yavar Jung National Institute for Speech &amp; Hearing Disabilities, Mumbai.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pdunippd.nic.in\/\"><strong>NIEPPH<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Physical Disabilities, New Delhi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/niepmd.nic.in\/\"><strong>NIEPMD<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities, Chennai.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.svnirtar.nic.in\/\"><strong>SVNIRTAR<\/strong><\/a><strong>: <\/strong>Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation, Training and Research, Cuttack.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nild.nic.in\/\"><strong>NIEPID<\/strong><\/a><strong> (Formerly NIOH):<\/strong> National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities, Kolkata.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NIEPWH:<\/strong> National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Hearing Disabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other Key Institutions one must know:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>CRCs: <\/strong>Composite Regional Centres for Persons with Disabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DDRCs: <\/strong>District Disability Rehabilitation Centres.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DRCs: <\/strong>District Rehabilitation Centres.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The National Policy for Persons with Disabilities (2006) is a government policy.<\/strong> The document <strong>aimed to improve the education of individuals with disabilities.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of becoming a barrier it <strong>helps in providing <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/za\/blog\/inclusive-education\/\"><strong>inclusive education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n with other facilities such as sports, recreation and cultural life.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Through empowerment and equal opportunity the policy is essential for students with disabilities<\/strong>. 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