Synopsis: Recently, the government introduced longer vaccine gaps for few reasons. But it fails to take other things into account. Contents1 Introduction:2 Two underlying principles behind longer vaccine gaps:3 Challenges with longer vaccine gaps:4 Way forward: Introduction: Recently the Indian government recommended a higher interval between two doses of the Covishield vaccine. Apart from that, the… Continue reading Issues and Significance of Longer Vaccine Gaps
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WEF’s Gender Gap Index – Comparison between India and Bangladesh on Gender Equality
Synopsis – Key findings from the Global Gender Gap Index 2021 show that there are many things that India can learn from Bangladesh. Introduction- According to the WEF’s Global Gender Gap Report for 2021, India is ranked at number 140 out of 156 nations. It is a drop of 28 places compared to last… Continue reading WEF’s Gender Gap Index – Comparison between India and Bangladesh on Gender Equality
Maratha Reservation Case Judgment and Federalism
Synopsis: Recently Supreme Court declared the reservation to the Maratha community in education and public employment as unconstitutional. This judgment is against federalism. What were the reasons given by the Supreme Courts’ five-judge Bench? One, the Maratha community did not constitute a socially and educationally backward class. Two, the law is against Indra Sawhney judgment.… Continue reading Maratha Reservation Case Judgment and Federalism
Concerns Associated with demolition of National Archives of India’s Building
Synopsis: Many experts have raised their concerns on the demolition of the National Archives of India’s Annexe building. There is a need for public scrutiny and public consultation on this matter. Background A part of the National Archives of India (NAI) complex, Annexe building, is planned to be demolished during the Central Vista redevelopment… Continue reading Concerns Associated with demolition of National Archives of India’s Building
Collaborative Governance Should be the future of Governance
Synopsis: Outdated nature of public bureaucracy has to be accounted for the ineffective response to the COVID-19 crisis in India. A new public governance model based on collaborative governance need to be institutionalised. Contents1 What are the issues with Weberian model of Bureaucracy?2 Implications of Weberian model of Bureaucracy3 What are the reforms suggested to… Continue reading Collaborative Governance Should be the future of Governance
Need of Global Rules to protect the Cyberspace
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Reasons behind Cyberattacks:4 Factors fueling Cyberattacks:5 Way Forward: Synopsis: The 21st century is going to be an era of data revolution wherein almost all the activities would be carried on in cyberspace. This calls for creating some global rules to protect cyberspace as their absence has failed to prevent cyberattacks even on… Continue reading Need of Global Rules to protect the Cyberspace
Significance of Citizen-led Fact-Finding Missions
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Citizen-led fact-finding missions/inquiries in Colonial India:4 Significance of Citizen-led Fact-Finding Missions: Synopsis: Citizen-led fact-finding missions play a significant role in a democracy. They provide an alternative opinion on things, empower citizens on critical issues and enrich the judicial process. Background: Recently, citizen-led fact-finding missions came in the news in a Delhi High… Continue reading Significance of Citizen-led Fact-Finding Missions
India Needs an Effective Vaccine Policy
Synopsis: The surge in Covid-19 cases coupled with a limited supply of vaccines warrants the adoption of an effective vaccine policy by the country. The policy should prioritize groups, address hesitancy and formulate a more equitable distribution plan. Background: The second wave of Covid-19 has shown that the virus is not going away in a short… Continue reading India Needs an Effective Vaccine Policy
VIP Security Cover to West Bengal MLAs – Associated Issues
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 About Security Cover:4 How is a security cover provided?5 Issues in the recent decision: Synopsis: The Ministry of Home Affairs recently extended security cover to all 77 BJP MLAs in the West Bengal assembly. It appears to be a politically motivated and unprecedented move. It should be reconsidered as it is suffering… Continue reading VIP Security Cover to West Bengal MLAs – Associated Issues
Future of India – Pakistan Trade Relations
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Factors indicating future improvement in India-Pakistan Trade Relations:4 Way Forward: Synopsis: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of Pakistan put forward a proposal to import sugar, cotton, and cotton yarn from India. Although the proposal was rejected by Pakistan’s government, it is definitely an indication of improving the future course of India-Pakistan trade… Continue reading Future of India – Pakistan Trade Relations
