Synopsis: The US administration needs to make a choice between appointing career diplomats or big contributors for appointing the new ambassadors. In India as well, there is a practice of appointing diverse people as ambassadors. Contents1 Background: 2 Why are wealthy contributors made ambassadors?3 Why shouldn’t they be appointed?4 Appointments of ambassadors in India5 Positive role… Continue reading Appointment of Ambassadors – in US and India
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Governance Issues facing Private Education Institutions
Synopsis: The private educational institutions are failing to deliver optimum results. Thus, the role of the state in providing accessibility in educational institutions can’t be ignored. Contents1 Background:’2 Rationale behind privatisation:3 Concerns with Privatisation:4 Way Forward: Background:’ The two renowned faculties of Ashoka university (Pratap Bhanu Mehta and Arvind Subramanian) have recently resigned. Allegedly, the… Continue reading Governance Issues facing Private Education Institutions
Carbon neutrality is against the interest of Developing countries
Synopsis: Developed countries are using the call for net zero emissions or carbon neutrality by 2050, to evade the historical responsibility. Further, they are using such targets to transfer their burdens to developing countries. Background Many countries are supporting the idea of becoming Carbon neutral (net-zero emissions) by 2050. However, the idea of developing Carbon… Continue reading Carbon neutrality is against the interest of Developing countries
Land Record Modernisation
Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRM) was started in 2008, to computerized land property registration process and digitalization of all land records in India. For access to formal loans and government relief programs, land records are important. However, the poor availability of clear and updated land titles remains a problem. The objective of land… Continue reading Land Record Modernisation
Cut in rate on small saving schemes withdrawn by Finance Minister
Synopsis – The Union government rolls back interest cut on small saving schemes interest rates, blaming the decision on an oversight. Introduction – The finance ministry has reversed its decision to cut interest rates on small savings accounts, citing an error. Reversing a rate cut of up to 110 basis points (1.1 percentage points) announced… Continue reading Cut in rate on small saving schemes withdrawn by Finance Minister
Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill, 2020 – Associated Issues
Synopsis – The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020 Continues to ignore Pregnant person’s rights. Contents1 Introduction-2 Objections raised in the Upper House3 Issues in the proposed Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 20204 Way forward Introduction- Recently, The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020 passed in the upper house by voice vote. The bill… Continue reading Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill, 2020 – Associated Issues
The New EPF Tax Rules Should be Re-examined
Synopsis: A new EPF Tax Rules under EPF(Employees Provident Fund) contributions is under the proposal. The intended objective is to prevent abuse of process by HNIs (High net individuals), however, there are some concerns that demand re-examination. Contents1 Background2 What changes have been made?3 The rationale behind the proposal:4 Concerns with New EPF Tax Rules… Continue reading The New EPF Tax Rules Should be Re-examined
Afghan Peace Process and India’s stake in it
Synopsis: India should actively involve in the Afghan Peace Process and use its influence to guarantee peace in Afghanistan. Introduction: India’s position in the Afghan Peace process has evolved over the years. There is a subtle shift in New Delhi’s approach towards the Afghan crisis. For example, In the 1990s and 2000s, India constantly opposed… Continue reading Afghan Peace Process and India’s stake in it
Higher Education in India – Significance of Quality Faculties
Synopsis: The size or location of educational institutions is not a big barrier to academic excellence. The quality and strength of faculty should improve to ensure quality higher education. Contents1 Background2 Significance of faculties in higher education3 Issues related to the current recruitment process of faculties4 Suggestion to improve the recruitment process Background Some experts… Continue reading Higher Education in India – Significance of Quality Faculties
White Revolution in India and Women Empowerment
Synopsis: Dairy cooperatives models adopted by India during Operation Flood improved women development in India Introduction: Women dairy farmers’ contribution to India’s white revolution is immense. That itself is a great reason for India to celebrate Women’s History Month in March. Contents0.1 What is the White revolution?0.2 Role of cooperatives in Operation Flood:0.3 Achievement of women… Continue reading White Revolution in India and Women Empowerment
