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
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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
Breach of Constitutional Propriety by Governor
Synopsis: Governor Dhankhar’s official visit to violence-hit areas is a breach of constitutional propriety. Introduction The West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar’s recently visited areas hit by post-poll violence in Cooch Behar. This starts grave disobedience of the limits of constitutional decorum. The governor ignored the norm that constitutional heads should not show their differences with… Continue reading Breach of Constitutional Propriety by Governor
State should form a joint committee to negotiate COVID vaccine price
Synopsis- Vaccine Price, availability and affordability [for 18-44 age group] would require a coordinated effort from state governments. Introduction- The central government has pulled out from the third phase of the vaccination drive. The center has provided state governments’ the full responsibility for vaccinating [a group that constitutes about 40 per cent of the population].… Continue reading State should form a joint committee to negotiate COVID vaccine price
Treating Israel-Palestine issue with a humanitarian response
Synopsis: The Israel-Palestine issue should be looked beyond geopolitical opportunities. The world leaders must come forward and treat the issue with basic dignity and justice. Contents1 Background:2 Indifferent Response :3 Imperial Response to Israel-Palestine issue:4 Humanitarian Response to Israel-Palestine issue:5 Suggestions to resolve Israel-Palestine issue: Background: The Israel-Palestine issue is one of the world’s longest-running… Continue reading Treating Israel-Palestine issue with a humanitarian response
Measures to control the impact of Pandemic in rural India
Synopsis: To limit the impact of Pandemic in rural India, states must produce reliable data on Covid-19 infection. State governments need to build capacities and involve panchayats in Covid-19 response. Background of Pandemic in rural India To tackle the second wave, active coordination between all three tiers of Government (The union, the State and Panchayat)… Continue reading Measures to control the impact of Pandemic in rural India
