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
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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
Why India should adopt Net-Zero Emission Target?
Synopsis: India should adopt the net-zero emission target like others. It will lead to simultaneous attainment of net-zero emission and economic growth. Some temporary challenges may arise, but they can be tackled with robust policy measures. Background: Recently 58 countries have made a commitment to attain net-zero emission by 2050. They currently emit more than… Continue reading Why India should adopt Net-Zero Emission Target?
India’s stand on Human Rights violation in Sri Lanka
Synopsis: India maintained balance between the diplomatic relations with Sri Lanka and its support to Tamil minority people in the country. Introduction The previous government in Sri Lanka had made some commitments to the UNHRC. The commitments include constructive engagement with the international community on the Human Rights violation in Sri Lanka. Further, the government… Continue reading India’s stand on Human Rights violation in Sri Lanka
Discrimination in taxing provident fund (PF)
Synopsis: The Finance Minister has enhanced the Provident Fund(PF) limit up to 5 lakhs from the previously proposed 2.5 lakh. This is a discriminatory proposal for taxing PF and should be reconsidered. Background: The finance bill 2021 was passed with 127 amendments. This included a proposal to tax income on PF contributions over Rs. 2.5… Continue reading Discrimination in taxing provident fund (PF)
Brief Analysis of India- Bangladesh Bilateral Relations
Synopsis: An evaluation of India- Bangladesh bilateral relation from the past to the present. Background India played an important role in Bangladesh’s independence. India provided political, diplomatic, military and humanitarian support during Bangladesh’s Liberation War. For example, India lost 3,900 Indian soldiers and provided accommodation to an estimated 10 million Bangladeshi refugees. Following Bangladesh’s Independence,… Continue reading Brief Analysis of India- Bangladesh Bilateral Relations
Why Electoral Bond Scheme should be declared unconstitutional?
Synopsis: The electoral bonds scheme violates the core principles of the Indian Constitution. It must be declared unconstitutional by the courts. Background The Electoral Bond Scheme was notified by the Government of India in 2018. For the last three years, electoral bonds have been the dominant method of political party funding in India. It allows… Continue reading Why Electoral Bond Scheme should be declared unconstitutional?
Need for an Integrated Digital System in Indian Justice System
Synopsis: Implementation of an integrated digital system for the criminal justice system will help in speedy justice. Background 43 years old Vishnu Tiwari was recently found innocent by the Allahabad High Court. Vishnu was sentenced to life imprisonment for rape under the Indian Penal Code and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of… Continue reading Need for an Integrated Digital System in Indian Justice System
Cost and Benefits of Adani’s Carmichael Coal Project in Australia
Synopsis – Adani is making one of the world’s largest new coal investments in the Carmichael coal mine project in Queensland. This article analyzes the Costs and Benefits of the Project. Introduction- New investment in coal will be a major factor if India is not able to meet its commitment against Climate Change. Recently the… Continue reading Cost and Benefits of Adani’s Carmichael Coal Project in Australia
Lessons from the Bangladesh’s Growth story
Synopsis: India and other South Asian countries can learn from the growth story of Bangladesh. Background March 2021 marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between Bangladesh and India and 50 years of Bangladesh independence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Dhaka as the guest of honour in Bangladesh’s 50th Independence Day celebration. Growth… Continue reading Lessons from the Bangladesh’s Growth story
