Author: Gaurav Yadav

The rapidly increasing levels of plastic pollution represent a serious global environmental issue that negatively impacts the environmental, social, economic and health dimensions of sustainable development. To address the issue, a Global Plastic Treaty has been proposed by the UN, however, halfway into the talks, the consensus remains elusive because of the rift between two… Continue reading Plastic Pollution Treaty – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Recently, several questions have been raised by various members of the civil society about the functioning of Election Commission of India – especially with regards to the commencement of Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar – which lacks transparency. The Leader of Opposition has also raised questions about the conduct of ECI in… Continue reading Electoral Transparency in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Groundwater is the most imp source of water in India. Over 85% of rural drinking water & 65% of irrigation water is sourced from groundwater. However, the rapid & often unregulated extraction of this vital source has triggered a growing yet largely invisible crisis: groundwater pollution. A recent report by the Central Ground Water Board… Continue reading Groundwater Pollution – Causes, Consequences & Way Forward – Explained Pointwise

In recent years, the demand for crop protection chemicals, especially of herbicides, in India has increased tremendously. It is said that the market for herbicide is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. Table of Content What is a Pesticide? What is the need & importance of pesticide? What have been the various initiatives… Continue reading Pesticides- Importance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Money laundering is a serious offence as it has direct linkage with terror activities & organised crime. Despite the presence of stringent laws like Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, the number of money laundering cases in India has been continuously increasing. Table of Content What is MONEY LAUNDERING? What are the impacts of Money… Continue reading Money Laundering – Impact & Preventive Measures – Explained Pointwise

The National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, recently introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill intends to bring comprehensive reforms in the sports administration & governance in the country, incorporating ethical practices, athlete welfare, and institutional standards. The Bill marks a watershed moment in India’s sporting history by introducing significant reforms in sports governance that has… Continue reading National Sports Governance Bill – Provisions, Significance & Limitations – Explained Pointwise

The Indian Railways has recently commissioned the new 51km track to Sairang, which is present close to the Mizoram’s capital Aizwal. It raises hopes for India’s ambitious Act East Policy which envisages rail & road links with South-East Asia. Table of Content About India’s Act East Policy Comparing Look East with Act East Progress made… Continue reading India’s Act East Policy : Issues and Challenges – Explained Pointwise

As world grapples with extreme weather events & rising sea levels, blue carbon ecosystems such as mangroves are critical to climate & economic resilience. However, historically, mangroves have been on the margins of planning & policy priorities in spite of their vital role in anchoring coastal economies & protecting millions from climate extremes. Table of… Continue reading Mangrove Ecosystem – Importance & Threats – Explained Pointwise

‘Lottery of birth’ refers to the acknowledgement about how, when, where & to whom you are born, grow up and live. It plays such a profound role in shaping one’s future & dramatically alters the access to resources like nutrition, healthcare, education, and safe living environments. A child born in India has a one-in-five chance… Continue reading Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

30th July this year marks the 1st anniversary of the calamitous Wayanad landslide that wreaked havoc in Kerala in 2024 and resulted in the loss of lives of 298 people. It was one of the biggest natural disaster in the country. According to experts, it is the biggest landslide-related disaster in the state in terms… Continue reading Wayanad Landslide- Causes, impact and management of Landslides in India- Explained Pointwise