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
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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
Suggestions for Inclusive growth in India
Synopsis: India lags behind many Human development indicators. India’s economic growth is not benefitting the poor. There is a need to create a new framework for measuring the inclusiveness of growth. Why India’s Economic growth is not inclusive? One, Rising hunger: According to the Global Hunger Index 2020 India ranks 94th amongst 107 countries. Two,… Continue reading Suggestions for Inclusive growth in India
Issues of Vacancies in IIMs For Reserved Faculty Positions
Synopsis: There are larger vacancies in IIMs for reserved faculty positions from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and the Other Backward Classes communities. The unavailability of deserving candidates is one of the reasons for that. Contents1 Introduction:2 Does IIMs oppose equality?3 Then, why there are large no. of vacancies on reserved positions in IIMs?4 How the IIMs… Continue reading Issues of Vacancies in IIMs For Reserved Faculty Positions
Issues with UGC’s New Undergraduate History Curriculum
Synopsis: Recently, the UGC (University Grants Commission) suggested a new undergraduate history curriculum. However, it falls short to meet its desired objectives and requires reconsideration. Background: The UGC released a new document on the undergraduate history curriculum, named Learning Outcomes-based Curriculum Framework (LOCF), 2021. The document suggestes changes as per the changing domestic and international… Continue reading Issues with UGC’s New Undergraduate History Curriculum
Sustainable Agriculture demands Optimum Water Management
Synopsis: The declining availability and accessibility of water necessitates strengthening the water management measures. In this regard, the focus should be drawn on Sustainable Agriculture. Background On March 22 (World Water Day), Prime Minister launched the ‘Catch the rain Campaign’ under Jal Shakti Abhiyan. The campaign focuses on robust rainwater conservation including the use of… Continue reading Sustainable Agriculture demands Optimum Water Management
Recurring Fire accidents in India – Suggestions
Synopsis: Recurrent fire accidents in India show the apathy of the government towards public safety. Background Recently, the fire accident in Mumbai hospital (located inside Mumbai’s Dreams Mall) resulted in the death of 10 people so far. An effective fire safety protocols could have prevented the devastating effect on lives and property. The tragedy points… Continue reading Recurring Fire accidents in India – Suggestions
Lack of Transparency in the Supreme Court’s In-house Inquiry Procedure
Synopsis: In-house inquiry procedure needs to be made transparent The issue: Recently, the Supreme Court dismissed the complaint from Andhra Pradesh CM against Justice N.V. Ramana, on the basis of in-house inquiry. But the court declined to disclose the findings of the in-house inquiry. This has raised issues of transparency in the court’s process. According… Continue reading Lack of Transparency in the Supreme Court’s In-house Inquiry Procedure
Declining Role of Parliament in Ensuring Accountability of Executive
Synopsis: Parliament needs to ensure scrutiny over the actions and bills passed by the government. Its role is declining in ensuring the accountability of the executive. Background Parliament sessions are ending prematurely due to various reasons. For example, the recent budget session of the parliament ended two weeks ahead of the original plan. Partly the… Continue reading Declining Role of Parliament in Ensuring Accountability of Executive
