But some concerns remain

Under the Amended JJ Act, it is illegal for foreigners to adopt a child without a valid court order. Under the Amended JJ Act, it is illegal for foreigners to adopt a child without a valid court order. This makes adoption by foreigners a tedious process.

The Delhi High Court in July, 2016 reprimanded CARAfor low adoption rates in the country. It also ruled that in cases of adoption where biological parents are themselves willing to give the child up for adoption, the JJ Act of 2015 does not apply as it only concerns orphans and the abandoned.

Various social workers in the national capital say the thriving illegal adoption industry, which law enforcement agencies haven't cracked down upon, is the reason behind the low official numbers.

Overall, the amended rules are a step in the right direction and various lacunaes should be addressed to increase adoption rates in India.

11. It is more difficult to escape the shadow of social discrimination than it is to break the shackles of economic backwardness. Discuss the statement in the context of Dalit capitalism and give an account of the problems that Dalit entrepreneurs have been facing. Also highlight the steps taken by the government in recent times to encourage Dalit empowerment via the market.Answer: