Context: While measuring the well-being of individuals is hard to determine, an analysis based on India Human Development Survey, 2015 has isolated various factors which can help in its determination.
Analysis of variation in subjective well-being in India:
Way Forward: The emphasis should be on enhancing the capabilities of individuals in finding opportunities for self-advancement and recognition (as proposed by Amartya Sen), especially with regards to the well-being of the oldest during the pandemic.