Synopsis: A quick flashback of 2020 suggested that India faced seven tough realities last year and has to deal with many possible challenges and opportunities in 2021. Introduction Last year was quite difficult for India; it fought Covid-19 and Chinese hostility. Next year is going to be all about facing the challenge of firming ties and… Continue reading India’s foreign policy: Lessons from 2020 and challenges/opportunities in 2021
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Implication of warming in Arctic region
Synopsis- Warming in the Arctic region has many implications and the geopolitics is also changing in the region. Introduction- The Arctic has been warming twice as fast as the rest of the planet, with higher temperatures pushing sea ice into a loop of melting and thinning. Since 1980, the amount of summer ice in cubic kilometers has decreased by an… Continue reading Implication of warming in Arctic region
The proposal to demolish the Louis Kahn’s IIMA building is an act of cultural vandalism
Synopsis- IIMA decision to demolish historic dormitories designed by architect Louis Khan, this would constitute an act of cultural vandalism. Background- Louis Kahn, a world-famous architect, called in 1960s to Ahmedabad to design various buildings, and the IIMA was one of the iconic structures built by him. Works of this excellence belong to both national and… Continue reading The proposal to demolish the Louis Kahn’s IIMA building is an act of cultural vandalism
Analysis of India’s Foreign policy in 2020
Background The various developments that have affected Indian foreign policy decisions are, The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic that led to severe restrictions on travel. Deadlock over the continuing occupation of Indian territory by China that witnessed violence at Galwanvalley. The unsettled situation in the U.S., with only three weeks to go for Joe Biden to be sworn in as… Continue reading Analysis of India’s Foreign policy in 2020
Importance path How to increase economic recovery of India
Synopsis: Government should adopt a fiscal stimulus Path for the economic recovery of India, to make our economy grow at 9% GDP in the coming years. Background The impact of the pandemic has pushed India to impose stringent lockdown measures to save millions of lives of Indian citizens but it’s after effect has caused massive economic disruption. This has resulted in… Continue reading Importance path How to increase economic recovery of India
More genome sequencing to study the spread of the variants
Synopsis- There is need for more genome sequencing from samples from all over the world in order to come up with effective approaches to control and prevent COVID-19 infections. Background- A new variant of the pandemic SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus is spreading rapidly in Britain and prompting high levels of concern. Six samples of the recent U.K. returnees have been found… Continue reading More genome sequencing to study the spread of the variants
Impact of Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) on the rights of people
Synopsis– The rapid use of Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) by law enforcement without proper guidelines and regulation, will have many negative impacts on people. Introduction- In recent times the facial recognition tracking (FRT) systems has seen rapid development. Central and State governments across India are using 16 different facial recognition tracking (FRT) systems for surveillance, security or… Continue reading Impact of Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) on the rights of people
Approach of India and China on Nepal’s political crisis
Synopsis: Beijing and New Delhi are adopting different approach towards China after Nepal’s prime minister decided to dissolve Parliament. Background: The Supreme Court has given Mr. Oli some time to explain his actions. It is yet to decide on putting a stay on the election process. Ever since Nepal adopted its new Constitution in 2015, there… Continue reading Approach of India and China on Nepal’s political crisis
Dilemma of tribal rights and forest conservation
Synopsis: Indigenous people are in a state of unrest ever since the ministry of environment and forests started identifying potential heritage sites. The dilemma of tribal rights and forest conservation requires an urgent solution. Background The indigenous people of the Western Ghats, including the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups, constitute 44.2% of the tribal population of 6.95% of Karnataka. The… Continue reading Dilemma of tribal rights and forest conservation
Inequality of emission targets among developed and developing world
Synopsis: The current Climate change policy is designed to favour the interest of developed world over the interest of countries in the process of development, like India. Background: India, during the Climate Action Summit in Paris, avoided the commitments to cap emissions but agreed on an intended nationally determined contribution to reduce global temperature below 1.5 degree Celsius. Currently, with… Continue reading Inequality of emission targets among developed and developing world
