Context: Should we stop penalizing suicides and seek for a more permanent solution like repeal of section 309 Indian Penal Code (IPC)? High suicide rate in India India has the highest suicide rate in the Southeast Asian region, according to the World Health Organization. A total of 1,34,516 cases of suicide were reported in 2018 in India, according… Continue reading A case to decriminalize suicide
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Families who lost breadwinners in COVID-19 need supportive policies and a safety net
Contents1 Why government must provide relief to families lost breadwinners? 2 Government response in court: 3 Arguments from petitioners: 4 Suggestions: Why government must provide relief to families lost breadwinners? Context: Recently a case has been filed in the court demanding compensation for Covid-19 deaths. The petitioners demand one-time compensation payments (₹4 lakh) or notified ex gratia (Voluntary payment by government). Government response in court: … Continue reading Families who lost breadwinners in COVID-19 need supportive policies and a safety net
The state of India’s poor must be acknowledged
Context: Trend of rising poverty in India – middle class sliding into poverty amid Covid – 19 pandemic. Contents1 Trends signifying India’s slide into poverty 2 Why this slide into poverty should be a cause of worry for India? 3 Why counting the poor is necessary? 4 Conclusion Trends signifying India’s slide into poverty On ranking of median income, India stood at 99 among 131 countries. With a median income of $616 per annum, it was the lowest among BRICS and… Continue reading The state of India’s poor must be acknowledged
Women as temple priests: An idea whose time has come
Why we need to permit women as a priest? Context: Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Minister PK Sekar Babu’s remark that women could be appointed priests in the 35,000-odd temples in the state is long overdue. Two major criticisms against the entry of women: The fear of women coming in contact with men, and notions of purity… Continue reading Women as temple priests: An idea whose time has come
Russia-China Nexus and India
Synopsis: Russia-China nexus is growing. Thus, Russia expects India to give up all efforts to reverse China’s encroachment strategies. However, it is based on a flawed assessment of the current situation. Background: Russian President has recently said that both the Indian Prime Minister and the Chinese President are “responsible” enough to solve issues. It also… Continue reading Russia-China Nexus and India
Maritime Policy of India Need a Long Term Vision
Synopsis: Maritime policy of India lacks a long-term vision to counter China’s expansionist designs in the Indo-Pacific. There have been a lot of issues with previous maritime policies, resulting in a huge gap between India & China’s current maritime capabilities. Contents1 Introduction 2 Gap b/w India & China’s maritime capabilities3 Evolution of India’s maritime policy and… Continue reading Maritime Policy of India Need a Long Term Vision
Energy efficiency needs behavioral change: Study
Synopsis: A study in Bangalore found that to improve Energy efficiency we need to improve behavioural change and start shifting towards energy-efficient appliances. Contents1 Introduction:2 About the Study:3 Key findings of the study:4 Various initiatives towards energy efficiency: Introduction: Recently, a study in Bengaluru examined the usage of thermal comfort services like space cooling and water… Continue reading Energy efficiency needs behavioral change: Study
Issue of inaccurate Death reporting in India
Synopsis: Official death reporting in India is not realistic. Government and experts need to rely on these numbers only for every purpose. If realistic estimates of COVID-19 deaths by city, rural settings, districts, and States are known, India can plan a more targeted response towards the pandemic. Background Registration of Deaths in India is fragmented… Continue reading Issue of inaccurate Death reporting in India
Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2 – Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Synopsis – Wearing professional attire and refraining from using mobile phones while on duty are some examples of regulations that will improve the force’s image as well as efficiency. Introduction – The CBI director has directed all officials of the agency to… Continue reading Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Synopsis: How Election Commission decides on party symbol disputes? Background Recently, there has been a split within the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) and both the factions are claiming for the same party symbol. In the case of deciding the recognized party among rival factions, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has the final say. ECI… Continue reading Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
