Synopsis: Ministry of education’s circular for regulating online conferences is not well thought out. It will discourage innovation. What was the circular about an online conference? Recently, education ministry released a circular to the state-funded universities and educational institutions. A per this circular, these institutions and universities need prior official approval from external Affairs ministry for hosting… Continue reading Education ministry circular on online conferences
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Ceasefire between India and Pakistan: Prospects of strengthening bilateral relations
Synopsis: India and Pakistan have agreed to ceasefire along the Line of Control. But the further strengthening of relations will depend upon the security improvement in the region. Background Recently, India and Pakistan agreed to a “strict observance” of all agreements and cease-fire along the Line of Control. This statement was delivered by Director Generals of Military Operations of… Continue reading Ceasefire between India and Pakistan: Prospects of strengthening bilateral relations
Problems associated with Anti Defection Law
Synopsis: The problems associated with Anti defection law got highlighted again in the Puducherry assembly issue. The law was unable to provide stability to the ruling government which led to the imposition of president rule in the state. Background: Some MLAs from the ruling government resigned from the Puducherry assembly. This eventually resulted in the… Continue reading Problems associated with Anti Defection Law
New social media rules – an analysis
Synopsis: The government announced The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The experts have welcomed the step but there are some cautious provisions in the new social media rules. Background of the new social media rules: The rise of social media resulted in enormous controlling power in the hands of… Continue reading New social media rules – an analysis
Western ideas have to be adapted like China and not to be followed like India
Synopsis: The key to China’s immense growth is that it focuses on itself instead of trying to live up to the expectations of the Western countries. India could learn a few lessons from China as it struggles to match up. Introduction China and India are the two oldest civilizations but are also the youngest nation-states.… Continue reading Western ideas have to be adapted like China and not to be followed like India
Right to discussion of State Assemblies and Supreme Court interference
Synopsis: Recently Facebook India head appealed in the Supreme Court against the summon by Delhi Assembly. SC should avoid any interference in the assembly’s right to discussion on important public matters. Background A few months ago, the Delhi Legislative assembly issued a notice to the head of Facebook India, Ajit Mohan. The notice was for him to appear in front of… Continue reading Right to discussion of State Assemblies and Supreme Court interference
Issues associated with the launch of Coronil
Synopsis: Coronil Launch event is in controversy again. Ministers and public figures must not be seen as endorsing drugs whose efficacy is in doubt Background At a recent event, Haridwar-based Patanjali announced that its Coronil Ayurveda medicine recognized as a “supporting measure in COVID-19” by Ayush Ministry. Ministry awarded the Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product (CoPP) as… Continue reading Issues associated with the launch of Coronil
Flaws in Corruption Perception Index
Synopsis– Corruption Perception Index as a measure of corruption cannot be used as a base for policymaking. Introduction- Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) is an index published annually by Transparency International [TI] since 1995. The index ranks countries by their perceived levels of corruption as determined by expert assessments and opinion surveys. India’s ranking– 86th with an overall rating of… Continue reading Flaws in Corruption Perception Index
Strengthening decentralisation for improving human capital
Synopsis: The poor performance of India in human capital indicators can be improved. If the 3 tier decentralized structure of governance gets strengthened. Background: India has secured a poor 116 rank in the World Bank’s human capital index. Further, the data of the National Family Health Survey – 5 for 2019-20 highlights the poor performance… Continue reading Strengthening decentralisation for improving human capital
PM Modi’s Acknowledgement of role of private sector
Synopsis: Future growth in India should be led by the private sector. The government should encourage the private sector as a central part of its strategy. Introduction Recently the prime minister acknowledged the role of the private sector. Now it is up to the private sector to grow their business, pursue excellence, follow the law… Continue reading PM Modi’s Acknowledgement of role of private sector
