Synopsis: The Supreme court (SC) has stayed the implementation of farm laws. The decision is a case of violation of the separation of powers. Background Recently, the SC has stayed the implementation of three farm laws until further orders. The SC has also given direction to set up a four-member committee to break the deadlock between farmers and the Centre. Many experts opine… Continue reading SC judgment on farm laws: violation of separation of powers
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Reasons for frictions between Puducherry CM and LG
Synopsis: Tussle between the Puducherry CM and LG Kiran Bedi is one of the examples of increasing frictions between constitutional functionaries. In today’s article we are listing the causes of frictions between them. Background Recently, Puducherry Chief Minister (CM) V. Narayanasamy staged a three-day protest against Lieutenant Governor (LG) Kiran Bedi. The CM accused LG of “functioning in an autocratic manner” and adopting an “obstructionist attitude” in ensuring the progress and welfare of people and asked the… Continue reading Reasons for frictions between Puducherry CM and LG
Importance of Reviving SAARC
Synopsis- SAARC has become dysfunctional and not able to meet since las 6 years. Reviving SAARC is crucial for countering common challenges in the region, amid COVID pandemic. Introduction The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is the regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of nations in South Asia founded in 1985 with 7 member nations. The group was established… Continue reading Importance of Reviving SAARC
Teachings of Swami Vivekananda
Synopsis: Teachings of Swami Vivekananda is still relevant to the 21st century youth. Background: 12th January, the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, is celebrated as National Youth Day. His teachings still inspire the youth of India. At present one fifth of the young person in the world lives in India. The contribution made by these young population is significant in making India the third-highest growing economy among the 13… Continue reading Teachings of Swami Vivekananda
Issues in the process of COVID Vaccine trial
Synopsis: Many issues have been highlighted in the Phase-3 trial of Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccines. Those issues could have been avoided after HPV vaccine trial controversy. Introduction In a previous case, Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine trial was carried out on nearly 23,500 girls in the 10-14 age group in Vadodara, Gujarat and Khammam without proper consent. Almost eight years later the Supreme Court of India criticized the government for its inability to… Continue reading Issues in the process of COVID Vaccine trial
Formalising the work of community workers
Synopsis: Government should strive to formalise the work of community workers such as Anganwadi, ASHA and National Health Mission workers to make them accessible for various social security benefits such as safety, insurance, risk allowance and fixed wages etc. Background In India, there are about a lakh ASHA worker, 1.3 million Anganwadi workers and another 1.2 million Anganwadi helpers. (Community workers) At present, community… Continue reading Formalising the work of community workers
Paying women for domestic and care work
Synopsis: Paying women for domestic and care work will not reduce or redistribute their burden. It will only lead to mere recognition of their efforts. Background Women bear a disproportionately high burden of unpaid domestic work and care work in India. According to the all-India Time Use Survey (2019) data, females bear more than 83% of the burden of domestic and care… Continue reading Paying women for domestic and care work
Dialogue and deliberation with beneficiaries are a prerequisite for Welfare Policymaking
Synopsis: The state and central government can learn from the good practices of Rajasthan on dialogue and deliberation with beneficiaries while policy making to transform from mere governance to good governance. Background The recently enacted Farm laws were passed without any consultation with the farmer community. Even when policies are made in good principles, for effective programme implementation, consultations and… Continue reading Dialogue and deliberation with beneficiaries are a prerequisite for Welfare Policymaking
Diplomatic practices
Synopsis: India is unwilling to interfere in the political turmoil of Kathmandu and Beijing on the other hand is making efforts to preserve the unity of ruling party in Nepal. Stances of both the countries are very different from their traditional foreign policies. Introduction Interventions in the happenings of neighbouring countries have been a permanent feature… Continue reading Diplomatic practices
Kenneth Arrow’s paradox and why elections are flawed
Synopsis- Theory of Arrow’s paradox and the impact of loss of concentration Introduction- The mechanics of all elections are flawed. The mathematician Kenneth Arrow laid bare the flaws in elections. The internet helps the minority voice to instigate a large part of the populace. The recent U.S. presidential election is an example of this. What… Continue reading Kenneth Arrow’s paradox and why elections are flawed
