Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Understanding the Downward Trajectory of Second Wave:4 Suggestions to capitalise the downward Trajectory of Second Wave: Synopsis: India has witnessed a decline in Covid-19 cases since the last month, thereby indicating a downward trajectory of the second wave. It presents an opportunity to effectively prepare for the upcoming third wave through universal… Continue reading Prudent Approach towards the Downward Trajectory of Second Wave
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Mitigating the third wave requires a focus on DOTS
Synopsis: India is witnessing a softening of the second wave. Nonetheless, the anticipation of the 3rd wave is quite high. Therefore, it is imperative for India to focus on reducing the reproduction number (R). This in turn calls for focusing on its determinants i.e. DOTS for Mitigating the third wave Contents1 Background:2 About Reproduction number… Continue reading Mitigating the third wave requires a focus on DOTS
Role of National Mission on Biodiversity and Human Well-Being on India’s Biodiversity
Synopsis: The pandemic has exposed the dysfunctional relationship between humanity and nature. The National Mission on Biodiversity and Human Well-Being will help India to restore that dysfunctional relationship. Contents1 Background2 Significance of Biodiversity3 Significance of National Mission on Biodiversity and Human Well-Being (NMBHWB)4 Effective implementation of the mission will benefit India in many ways5 Way… Continue reading Role of National Mission on Biodiversity and Human Well-Being on India’s Biodiversity
How COVID -19 can be addressed via COVID-19 appropriate behaviour?
Synopsis- Adoption of COVID-19 appropriate behaviour is the best way to reduce transmission of the Covid-19 pandemic. Contents1 Introduction-2 What is behavioural science?3 How behavioural science methods can be used in COVID-19 prevention?4 Way forward Introduction- One of the key causes of COVID-19’s second wave in India has been the carelessness and reckless behaviour of… Continue reading How COVID -19 can be addressed via COVID-19 appropriate behaviour?
How can India tackle the third wave of COVID?
Synopsis: To control the third wave, the decision-making on vaccines should be filled by a spirit of cooperative federalism and guided by scientists. Introduction Vaccines have become the focus of pandemic policy. Effective vaccine policy over the next few months will require huge efforts to boost vaccine supply. Distribution of existing supplies, helped by science,… Continue reading How can India tackle the third wave of COVID?
Amending Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act to provide labour rights for sex workers
Synopsis: The Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act needs to be reformed to decriminalise sex work and to guarantee labour rights for sex workers. Background Sex work in India is governed by the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act. It penalises acts such as keeping a brothel, soliciting in a public place, living off the earnings of sex work… Continue reading Amending Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act to provide labour rights for sex workers
Lab leak theory of Coronavirus needs credible investigation
Synopsis: The theory that Coronavirus could have been man-made from Wuhan Institute of Virology is increasing. So, adequate studies are necessary regarding the Lab leak theory of Coronavirus. Background When the Covid-19 became a pandemic, China promoted the narrative that the virus had a natural origin, and it got spread from a wet market in… Continue reading Lab leak theory of Coronavirus needs credible investigation
Problems with “one state one vote” structure of GST Council
Synopsis: The “one state one vote” structure under GST Council is a flawed one. It needs to be replaced with a proportional representation of voting in the GST Council. This system should be based on the size of states or their revenue contribution to the GST pool Contents1 Background2 What is the distribution methodology for… Continue reading Problems with “one state one vote” structure of GST Council
The Right to a fair trial and the Indian Evidence Act
Synopsis: Acquittals in rape cases are often based on stereotypes about rape survivors and their past sexual history. But that has to change if India wants to ensure the Right to a fair trial. Contents1 Background2 Can the court go into the details of a survivor’s sexual history?3 Was the sexual history of a survivor… Continue reading The Right to a fair trial and the Indian Evidence Act
Issues with NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2020-21
Synopsis: Although India has a better score in the latest SDG India Index 2020-21, some procedural changes in the methodology have resulted in an inadequate measurement of economic inequality. Introduction NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2020- 21 was released recently. India has improved its overall SDG score from 60 in 2019 to 66 in 2021.… Continue reading Issues with NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2020-21
