India's social protection coverage has significantly expanded, reaching 64.3% of the population and covering approximately 94 crore citizens, according to the ILO. The government is actively registering gig workers to provide them with targeted benefits. However, India still faces challenges with child labor, with over 10 million children estimated to be in labor.
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