Despite being one of the largest economies in the world, India still has a number of problems that do not allow it to be included to the list of developed countries. Some of these include corruption, educational problems, economic inequalities, and political instability. These challenges are greatly influenced by the sociological factors that include the collective attitudes and beliefs of the society.

Corruption and Ethical Standards
Corruption is almost evident in almost all sectors, including education and government. People always have a way of getting what they want and this defeats the purpose of integrity in an organization. Over the years, many students and even professionals have developed the mentality of buying degrees and government employment rather than earning them with education and honesty. 

Flaws in the Education System
India's education system provides minimal skills or deeper knowledge, students only follow what they are taught to get good grades. The standard of education is compromised as some students even pay for their thesis and degrees. This fixation with grades and other accomplishments hinders actual learning and the development of the mind.

Bureaucratic Inefficiencies and Economic Disparities
Government employees often participate in the corrupt systems they oversee, seeking jobs for benefits rather than public service. It has become the norm for many to exploit the government schemes designed for the needy leading to no actual concern for social responsibility. There's also an emerging issue of inequality, highlighting the contrast between the wealthy and the poor.

Societal Mindset and Values
A majority of people have their focus set on what society will deem acceptable and, therefore, encourage conformity and mediocrity. This creates a culture that fears societal opinion and discourages creativity and free-thinking which is necessary for growth. There is also significant pressure placed on a student to be proficient in their course and achieve good grades with little regard for practical, real-world smarts.

Political Instability and Media Control
Political instability stems from family-dominated parties and insufficient representation, which weakens governance. On the other hand, The media is often not independent or accountable, leading to the public receiving incorrect information and a lack of healthy debates on key issues. Such censorship leads to the majority of people being ignorant of imperative discourses on societies and the world.

Cultural Diversity
Languages, religions, and cultures of India vary greatly, and therefore it is difficult to come up with a national identity, which is crucial for the integration of the country. Several concerns exist with ethnic and regional tensions that develop different instabilities in the country. To overcome these challenges there is a need for society to change paradigms, embrace ethical practice, remodel education systems, and encourage social economic policies.