upon industrialization and urbanization had increased the vulnerability of the aged, and his Government had responded with a number of social security programmes. Additional programmes were currently being prepared within the context of the International Plan of Action. 48. With regard to the disabled, he said that the proclamation of the United Nations Decade of Disabled Persons should contribute to the aims of preventing disability and rehabilitating and fully integrating the disabled into society, but that the implementation of its objectives required an increased flow of resources to developing countries, an exchange of technical information and the transfer of technological know-how. ; ... A/C.3/39/SR.l9 English Page 13 (Mr. Randhawa, India) 49. In India various measures to prevent disability and ensure the social and economic rehabilitation of the disabled had been taken, and efforts were being made to provide the necessary facilities so that they could develop their talents and abilities to the maximum. Major programmes had been established to cover such areas as health, training, employment and rehabilitation, and would be further expanded to the extent that the country's resources permitted. SO. Mr. BRAUN (Federal Republic of Germany) said that his country's policy with respect to the aged was part of a social policy designed to alleviate the difficulties faced by the aged as a result of social conditions. In accordance with the wishes of the aged themselves, efforts were being made not only to provide for their material needs but also to enable them to participate in the political and cultural activities of the community, through pilot projects covering social services, education, measures to bridge the generation gap, communal services, geriatric and psychiatric services and day-care or short-term care for the aged. In that connection, measures were also being taken to give binding force to the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing social welfare policies and programs aimed at supporting vulnerable groups, including the aged and disabled. It mentions the need for increased resources, technical information, and technological know-how to implement these programs. The text also highlights the importance of integrating these individuals into society and enabling them to participate in community activities.

**Category**
Health, Education, Employment