The HelpAge India conducted a research in 20 cities in India in 2012 on elders abuse and the studies explored the nature and extent of abuse, main perpetrators of abuse, awareness on measures to prevent abuse etc. As per the findings of the study, it has, inter-alia, been reported that the police helplines and services are known to majority of respondents but were never used due to lack of trust or to maintain family honour.
The Planning Commission has approved the proposal of the "Working Group on Social Welfare to formulate the XII Five Year Plan" to establish a National Commission for Senior Citizens. Accordingly, the Ministry has constituted an Expert Committee to formulate a new Scheme.
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