Synopsis: The pandemic time warrants the state to take some proactive measures that would enable the masses to properly exercise their ‘Right to Life’. This would enhance their consumption capacity thereby fueling demand and eventually leading to revival. Contents1 Background:2 About Right to life:3 Acts undermining Right to Life during the Pandemic:4 Way Forward: Background: The… Continue reading Government Must Ensure ‘Right to Life’ for Economic Recovery
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No learning from the Spanish flu
Synopsis: The governments of several countries have failed to understand and foresee human behaviour. This is even after they have witnessed a pandemic like the Spanish Flu in the past. Introduction The Spanish Flu of 1918 was the most severe pandemic in history. It lasted for 2 years, in 3 waves, with 500 million people… Continue reading No learning from the Spanish flu
Systemic Issues affecting Women’s Participation in labour Market
Synopsis: The burden on Women during the Pandemic increased disproportionately due to Societal norms, a male-dominated job market, and a lack of gender-sensitive policy making. This article provides a solution to address these issues. Background Gender inequality in terms of employment is high in India. For instance, only 18% of working-age women were employed as… Continue reading Systemic Issues affecting Women’s Participation in labour Market
Kerala Model to tackle the Covid-19 Pandemic in India
Synopsis: The Kerala model provides a lot of lessons to the Center and the State governments to tackle the pandemic. Contents1 Introduction:2 Lockdown and prerequisites:3 Lessons from Kerala model to tackle the pandemic:4 Suggestions: Introduction: India at present is not only battling with Covid-19 cases but also battling with many associated issues. Such as floating dead… Continue reading Kerala Model to tackle the Covid-19 Pandemic in India
China-India Relations and India’s Weakening Geo-Political Position
Synopsis: The unsettled border crisis at LAC, India’s weakening global status, unfriendly Pakistan will only escalate issues in India-China relations. Background Last year, ingression by the Chinese army led to a standoff between India and China at the LAC (Line of Actual control). The seven hotspots were Depsang plains, Galwan, Gogra, Hot Springs, North bank… Continue reading China-India Relations and India’s Weakening Geo-Political Position
Central Vista Project – Demolition of National Institutions
Synopsis: Demolition of national institutions for Central Vista Project require thorough analysis. Introduction The Government of India’s Central Vista redevelopment project is being treated as a national priority amid a pandemic. This is very debatable. The project comprises the construction of a new Parliament building and new residences for the Prime Minister and the Vice… Continue reading Central Vista Project – Demolition of National Institutions
Need of Constituting National Tribunal Commission in India
Synopsis- The formation of the National Tribunal commission could transform the present tribunal system in India. Contents1 Introduction-2 Reason for Criticism of the ordinance-3 Need of National Tribunals Commission 4 Benefits of National Tribunals Commission (NTC)5 Way forward- Introduction- Recently, the Centre government has issued the Tribunals Reforms (Rationalization and Conditions of Service) Ordinance 2021. The ordinance… Continue reading Need of Constituting National Tribunal Commission in India
Issues With Technocratic Approach to Vaccination Drive
.Synopsis – The current technocratic-based vaccination drive in India excludes the digitally illiterate population of the country. It is leading to substantial biases and inequality. Introduction- The GOI launched CoWin portal to digitize the vaccination drive and made online registration mandatory for vaccination booking [18-44 age groups]. The approach has resulted in a digital divide… Continue reading Issues With Technocratic Approach to Vaccination Drive
Bad Policy Making Aggravated the Pandemic Disaster in India
Synopsis: Bad Policy-Making by the government during and before pandemic aggravated the Pandemic Disaster in India. Adherence to Key Principles of Healthcare, Economy, Data integrity, and Science would have limited the impact of the Pandemic in India. What are the key principles forgone by the government? First, prioritizing universal health coverage instead of strengthening Public… Continue reading Bad Policy Making Aggravated the Pandemic Disaster in India
Laws and Initiatives for Welfare of Orphaned Children
Synopsis: This article provides information on two things. First, on the available legal means to report about orphaned children. Second, protections available under the state. Contents1 Introduction 2 What are the available options to help orphaned or abandoned children?3 How the state provides support for children who are in need of care?4 What are the safeguards… Continue reading Laws and Initiatives for Welfare of Orphaned Children
