News: Earlier, a letter written by the Law Ministry to the Election Commission (EC) on November 15, has come under criticism. This letter created debates regarding India’s institutional structure and its traditions and conventions. The recent press communiqué of the Law Ministry offer certain logical conclusions and clarifications. Must read: Functioning of the Election Commission… Continue reading How PMO letter to EC challenged institutional balance
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Ukraine conflict and its implications for India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Russia-Ukraine conflict is a major security crisis in the Eurasian region, with the potential to escalate into a much broader conflict. Geopolitically, it might lead to further deterioration of Russian relations with the US and Europe. The Ukraine conflict in the heart of Europe may look distant to India.… Continue reading Ukraine conflict and its implications for India – Explained, pointwise
[Yojana December Summary] Self-reliance in Energy Sector – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India has made tremendous progress in providing energy services to its citizens. About 900 million people have already gained access to electricity in the last two decades. But, the per capita electricity consumption in India is only one-third of the global average, even though the demand for energy has doubled.… Continue reading [Yojana December Summary] Self-reliance in Energy Sector – Explained, pointwise
Common electoral roll: Electoral reform is welcome, but shouldn’t be selective
News: Recently, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have passed the Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021. The bill facilitates a wide array of electoral reform, of which several of them have been pending for over two decades. A common electoral roll can be the next reform the government should consider. In the recent meeting, the ECI… Continue reading Common electoral roll: Electoral reform is welcome, but shouldn’t be selective
Linking Aadhaar with electoral rolls – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Recently, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have passed the Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021. The Bill seeks to amend certain sections of the Representation of the People Act, 1950 and 1951. One of the key provisions of the Bill is linking Aadhaar with the electoral rolls. The Bill fundamentally alter… Continue reading Linking Aadhaar with electoral rolls – Explained, pointwise
Gati Shakti: A much-needed fast track to development
News: Gati shakti master plan would help India to converge its infrastructure spending. Must read: PM Gati Shakti – National Infrastructure Master Plan – Explained, pointwise What is the Gati shakti master plan? Read here: PM launches Gati Shakti- National Master Plan for infrastructure development What are the past initiatives to boost infrastructure? Some of the… Continue reading Gati Shakti: A much-needed fast track to development
Why the Russia-West equation matters to India
News: Russia’s geopolitics have always impacted India’s international relations. Its present tussle with the west and US on Ukraine will also have great consequences for India. India-Russia’s historic connection and its present status The Great Game of the 19th century between the British Raj and imperial Russia, the Soviet support for revolutionary movements in Asia,… Continue reading Why the Russia-West equation matters to India
Raising marriage age won’t lead to women’s empowerment
News: Recently, the Union Cabinet has passed a proposal raising the legal age of marriage for women from 18 to 21 years — the same as men. Read here: Recommendations given by the Jaya Jaitly committee Why India should raise the legal age of marriage for women? 1. India is usually near the bottom of the… Continue reading Raising marriage age won’t lead to women’s empowerment
Reading sex ratio trends in NFHS-5 data
News: The NFHS data is a well-structured and unique one. Further, the findings of NFHS and the Census figure are no means comparable. Must read: NFHS-5 and its findings – Explained, pointwise About the NFHS Read here: What is National Family Health Survey (NFHS)? What do the NFHS findings signify on the sex ratio? NFHS-5 results indicate… Continue reading Reading sex ratio trends in NFHS-5 data
Age and marriage: On raising the age of marriage for women
News: Recently, the Union Cabinet has passed a proposal raising the legal age of marriage for women from 18 to 21 years — the same as men. The government has taken this decision based on the recommendations of the Committee headed by Jaya Jaitly. Must read: Raising the legal age of marriage for women –… Continue reading Age and marriage: On raising the age of marriage for women
