Synopsis: Centre needs to enact rules for the selection of Experts in NGT Tribunals with clarity and objectivity. Background The criteria used for the appointments of NGT members are not clearly defined by the central government, giving way to litigations. Recently, the appointment of former IAS officer, Girija Vaidyanathan, as Expert Member in the Southern… Continue reading Criteria for Selection of Experts in Tribunals Needs More Clarity
Author: Ram Manohar
China Model to Contain Pandemic
Synopsis: The Centre should step in to coordinate policy measures across states to contain the pandemic, rather than putting the onus on the states. China’s model to contain pandemic should be studied and replicated in India Background The central government recently adopted a decentralised decision-making approach, to contain the spread of Covid-19 second wave. The… Continue reading China Model to Contain Pandemic
Need to Prioritise Vaccination for Migrant workers
Synopsis: The migrant workers contribute significantly to the economy, however, they are also more vulnerable to the Covid crisis. Hence, the government needs to prioritize Vaccination for the migrant population. Background COVID-19 vaccines are being rolled out across the nation and nearly 105 million Indians have been vaccinated so far. Priorities for vaccination in India… Continue reading Need to Prioritise Vaccination for Migrant workers
Roadblocks to achieve universal vaccination
Synopsis: India needs to develop a practical plan, as it is facing many roadblocks to achieve universal vaccination for all. Background Initially, India decided to prioritize vaccination for the most vulnerable citizens (nearly 300 million). The main reason for that were the limitations of India’s manufacturing capacity to provide vaccination to its whole population. Thus,… Continue reading Roadblocks to achieve universal vaccination
Short Term Targeted Approach to Achieve Net Zero Emissions Target
Synopsis: India needs to follow a sector-wise Short term targeted approach with a focus on achieving short-term targets. Rather than admitting the long-term goal of achieving Net Zero Emissions Target by 2050. Background The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 1.5 °C report called for global carbon emissions to reach net-zero by 2050. Presently, the… Continue reading Short Term Targeted Approach to Achieve Net Zero Emissions Target
Measures to Create Safe Online Spaces For Children
Synopsis: This article explains the concerns about child safety in online spaces and suggests measures to create safe online spaces for children. Background The children of the current generation are exposed to a world that is increasingly powered by virtual reality and artificial intelligence (AI). For example, Alexa, YouTube wormholes, The Industrial revolution 4.0 has… Continue reading Measures to Create Safe Online Spaces For Children
Misuse of Ordinance Making Power
Synopsis: Ordinance Making Power by the executives has increasingly been misused. A vigilant Legislature and Court can reduce this menace. Background Recently, the central government re-promulgated the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Ordinance, 2020 This raises questions over the constitutional validity of issuing ordinances and that of re-promulgating… Continue reading Misuse of Ordinance Making Power
What led to the abolition of Intellectual Property Appellate Board?
Synopsis: A lack of effective government support provided to the Intellectual Property Appellate Board has led to its demise. Background The Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) established in 2003. It aimed to specifically deal with matters of intellectual property including copyright, trademarks, patents, and geographical indications. Further, since 2007 Novartis’ patent case, the IPAB has… Continue reading What led to the abolition of Intellectual Property Appellate Board?
Issues Associated with Election Commission of India
Synopsis: Recently, the Election Commission of India held a discussion. It was in the light of the many questions and doubts being raised regarding the model Code of Conduct and powers of ECI under Article 324. Background The Model code of conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines that ECI issues. The political parties, candidates,… Continue reading Issues Associated with Election Commission of India
Bringing Down the Western Hegemony on the World Order
Synopsis: Developing countries must unite to meet the challenges of the US-led liberal hegemonic world order Background The US hegemony started after the end of British imperialism in the aftermath of the Suez Crisis (1956). After, six decades-long control over the world order, the authority of the US has started declining. As a result, the… Continue reading Bringing Down the Western Hegemony on the World Order
