Source: The Hindu Synopsis: The criminal justice system needs to take note of the Delhi High Court’s recent judgment on ‘defining terrorism’. The judgment can help in preventing the misuse of anti-terrorism laws like UAPA. Background: The Delhi High Court granted bail to Natasha Narwal, Devangana Kalita and Asif Tanha on 15th June 2021. They… Continue reading Apt judicial reminder in era of over-criminalisation
Author: Kunal Khureja
In India, forest rights means forest conservation
Source: Indian express Relevance: Community Forests Resource (CFR) Rights is essential for forest conservation in India. Synopsis: The multifarious benefits of Community Forests Resource (CFR) Rights present compelling evidence for India to recognize and support CFR rights. Community forests with legally recognized rights are healthier and associated with lower deforestation rates, higher carbon storage and biodiversity… Continue reading In India, forest rights means forest conservation
India must be wary of monopolistic e-retailers
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Impact of monopolistic companies and ways to combat such monopolies Synopsis: The technological superiority and huge capital have enabled the e-retailers to capture a significant share of the Indian retail market. They may convert themselves into monopolistic entities in the near future which may pose numerous problems for the nation. Background: The big e-retail firms like Jio Mart,… Continue reading India must be wary of monopolistic e-retailers
Reopen the files, reconsider privatisation
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Privatisation has the potential to alter the functioning of the Indian economy. Synopsis: In the backdrop of an economic contraction, it is important to revisit the aggressive privatization of public enterprises. Focus should be on adopting different strategies for sick and profitable units. Contents1 Background: 2 Concerns associated with Outright privatisation:3 Types of… Continue reading Reopen the files, reconsider privatisation
Expansion of Social Security Net is Need of the Hour
Synopsis: The pandemic and the subsequent lockdown have hurt the poor on multiple fronts of healthcare, livelihood, and hunger. Both urban and rural regions are facing difficulties, however, miseries in rural regions were less due to wide coverage of social security net. This calls for expanding social security nets across the country. Background: The April… Continue reading Expansion of Social Security Net is Need of the Hour
At Leaders Climate Summit, Countries Adopted Net Zero Targets
Synopsis: At the Leaders Climate summit, the countries including U.S, U.K, Japan, etc. have adopted revamped Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) (under the Paris agreement). This is a step in the right direction, but a higher commitment is desired to keep temperature rise below 1.5 degrees celsius. Contents1 Background:2 New Targets and Commitments as part of… Continue reading At Leaders Climate Summit, Countries Adopted Net Zero Targets
India needs to Focus on Universal Social Scheme
Synopsis: The pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of India’s Universal social welfare. The country failed to provide adequate social welfare services to the marginalized during the pandemic times. This calls for focusing on universal social welfare. Background: The Covid-19 pandemic struck the country in 2020 and brutally impacted the lives of the Indian masses especially… Continue reading India needs to Focus on Universal Social Scheme
Antimicrobial Resistance may Become a Silent Pandemic
Synopsis: The challenges posed by Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) demands a comprehensive and collaborative approach by all the countries. They must come together to tackle the silent pandemic. Contents1 Background:2 What is AMR?3 Reasons behind the development of AMR:4 Secondary Reasons:5 Challenges posed by AMR development:6 Way Forward: Background: Covid 19 exposed the vulnerabilities of health… Continue reading Antimicrobial Resistance may Become a Silent Pandemic
Understanding Herd Immunity and Rising Covid Cases in India
Synopsis: Herd Immunity can’t be attained solely by a rise in Covid-19 positive people. It is also dependent on the absolute number of susceptible individuals and the rate of transmission of the virus. Contents1 Background:2 What is Herd immunity?3 What is a Serological Survey?4 Understanding the current spread: –5 Future Trajectory: Background: The data from… Continue reading Understanding Herd Immunity and Rising Covid Cases in India
Need of Special Insurance Cover for Police Personnel
Synopsis: The second wave Covid-19 virus is producing greater challenges in front of frontline workers (including police personnel) than the first wave. Hence, the special insurance cover for police personnel of 50 lakh rupees must be revived and extended to all front-line workers. Contents1 Background:2 Challenges Faced by Police in First Lockdown:3 How is the… Continue reading Need of Special Insurance Cover for Police Personnel
