Synopsis: The government can introduce green targets and obligations on corporates. Adoption of such targets will help the global fight against climate change. Introduction: The massive levels of production, consumption, and disposal of goods and services benefited economic growth. But it slowed the replenishment cycle of limited resources. This is evident from the impacts of Climate… Continue reading Introducing Green Targets for Corporates
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What led to the abolition of Intellectual Property Appellate Board?
Synopsis: A lack of effective government support provided to the Intellectual Property Appellate Board has led to its demise. Background The Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) established in 2003. It aimed to specifically deal with matters of intellectual property including copyright, trademarks, patents, and geographical indications. Further, since 2007 Novartis’ patent case, the IPAB has… Continue reading What led to the abolition of Intellectual Property Appellate Board?
Issues Associated with Election Commission of India
Synopsis: Recently, the Election Commission of India held a discussion. It was in the light of the many questions and doubts being raised regarding the model Code of Conduct and powers of ECI under Article 324. Background The Model code of conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines that ECI issues. The political parties, candidates,… Continue reading Issues Associated with Election Commission of India
IMD’s new Dynamical Forecast Model
Synopsis – IMD recently updated the status of the monsoon and predicted a normal monsoon this year. IMD has adopted a new Dynamical Forecast Model. It will allow farmers, government officials, disaster managers, and other stakeholders to better prepare for their activities. Contents1 Introduction-2 What is the importance of the new Dynamical monsoon Model?3 Why… Continue reading IMD’s new Dynamical Forecast Model
University cannot give up its role as a site of dissent and questioning
Synopsis: The exit of Pratap Bhanu Mehta from Ashoka University has challenged popular assumptions about the space for unregulated intellectual freedom. Contents1 Introduction 2 Why is dissent important?3 How has dissent enriched academics over the years?4 The conclusion Introduction Concerns about the future of the academy and the ecosystems that define its routes have risen. The… Continue reading University cannot give up its role as a site of dissent and questioning
An Anlaysis of SC Ruling on Rohingyas
Synopsis: Supreme court recently ruled against providing protection to Rohingya refugees. It signifies a flawed understanding of the international convention to protect Refugees. Contents1 Background2 About Rohingyas3 India and Rohingyas4 What arguments are given by the supreme court? Background Recently an application was filed before the supreme court to release the Rohingya refugees. They were… Continue reading An Anlaysis of SC Ruling on Rohingyas
Bringing Down the Western Hegemony on the World Order
Synopsis: Developing countries must unite to meet the challenges of the US-led liberal hegemonic world order Contents1 Background2 Reasons why the authority of the US is declining?3 What role can China play to control the hegemony of the US?4 Way forward Background The US hegemony started after the end of British imperialism in the aftermath… Continue reading Bringing Down the Western Hegemony on the World Order
The Questions Surrounding COVID Vaccine Exports by India
Synopsis: The government should make sure to citizens that the COVID vaccine exports by India are not at the cost of their health. Introduction: Recently Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs stated that India is Exporting vaccines after considering the domestic and international Factors. Further, he also mentions that India will continue… Continue reading The Questions Surrounding COVID Vaccine Exports by India
The US Afghan Strategy Fails to Control Taliban
Synopsis: The US Afghan strategy to pull out the US troops without any settlement leaves the Taliban stronger. Introduction: In 2020, the Trump administration signed a deal with the Taliban to pull off US troops from Afghanistan. Following that, the current President Joe Biden upheld the agreement and agrees to pull off US troops.… Continue reading The US Afghan Strategy Fails to Control Taliban
Need to Enact Siras Act on the Lines of Alan Turing law
Synopsis- Ex-post facto pardon to the convicts of homosexuality will serve justice to them. Alan Turing law is a perfect example in this case. Government should consider enacting Siras Act on the same line. Contents1 Introduction2 What is section 377?3 Ramchandra Siras Case –4 What is Alan Turing law? Introduction On September 6, 2018, India’s Supreme… Continue reading Need to Enact Siras Act on the Lines of Alan Turing law
