Synopsis: The UNHRC (United Nations Human Rights Council) resolution against Sri Lanka is a victory for victims of abuses. It will help them obtain information, accountability, and justice. Background Recently, the UNHRC adopted the resolution titled ‘Promotion of Reconciliation Accountability and Human Rights in Sri Lanka. The resolution accused Sri Lanka of war crimes. It… Continue reading Examining UNHRC Resolution against Sri Lanka
Author: Ram Manohar
A friendly India Pakistan Relation is Much Needed
Synopsis: The positive signs in the India-Pakistan relation are again turning negative. Pakistan recently took an u-turn after the announcement to open trade with India. Background: Recently, Pakistan reversed a two-year-old decision to suspend all trades with India. Followingly, Pakistan allowed for the import of cotton and sugar from India. However, the decision to allow… Continue reading A friendly India Pakistan Relation is Much Needed
Why the Places of Worship Act, 1991 has been challenged?
Synopsis: The enactment of the Places of worship act, 1991 is an act of colourable legislation. Further, it is against the liberty of belief, faith, and worship to all. Contents1 Background2 What is Colourable Legislation?3 Why the Places of Worship Act, 1991 is said to be unconstitutional?4 What is the way forward? Background Sections 3… Continue reading Why the Places of Worship Act, 1991 has been challenged?
Carbon neutrality is against the interest of Developing countries
Synopsis: Developed countries are using the call for net zero emissions or carbon neutrality by 2050, to evade the historical responsibility. Further, they are using such targets to transfer their burdens to developing countries. Background Many countries are supporting the idea of becoming Carbon neutral (net-zero emissions) by 2050. However, the idea of developing Carbon… Continue reading Carbon neutrality is against the interest of Developing countries
Critical Analysis of 15th Finance Commission Recommendations for Local Bodies
Synopsis: Critical analysis of the recommendation of the 15th Finance Commission Recommendations on grants to the local bodies. Background The primary task of the Union Finance Commission (FC) is to rectify the vertical and horizontal imbalances between the Union, the States, and the Local bodies. Part IX and Part IX-A of the Constitution mandate the… Continue reading Critical Analysis of 15th Finance Commission Recommendations for Local Bodies
The NCT of Delhi Act, 2021 Enhances Cooperative Federalism
Synopsis: The accusation made on the Government regarding the passage of the Government of the NCT of Delhi Act 2021 is groundless. Background of the NCT of Delhi Bill Last week, both Houses of Parliament voted in favor of the amendments to the Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi Act. Many criticized… Continue reading The NCT of Delhi Act, 2021 Enhances Cooperative Federalism
Higher Education in India – Significance of Quality Faculties
Synopsis: The size or location of educational institutions is not a big barrier to academic excellence. The quality and strength of faculty should improve to ensure quality higher education. Contents1 Background2 Significance of faculties in higher education3 Issues related to the current recruitment process of faculties4 Suggestion to improve the recruitment process Background Some experts… Continue reading Higher Education in India – Significance of Quality Faculties
Suggestions for Inclusive growth in India
Synopsis: India lags behind many Human development indicators. India’s economic growth is not benefitting the poor. There is a need to create a new framework for measuring the inclusiveness of growth. Why India’s Economic growth is not inclusive? One, Rising hunger: According to the Global Hunger Index 2020 India ranks 94th amongst 107 countries. Two,… Continue reading Suggestions for Inclusive growth in India
Recurring Fire accidents in India – Suggestions
Synopsis: Recurrent fire accidents in India show the apathy of the government towards public safety. Background Recently, the fire accident in Mumbai hospital (located inside Mumbai’s Dreams Mall) resulted in the death of 10 people so far. An effective fire safety protocols could have prevented the devastating effect on lives and property. The tragedy points… Continue reading Recurring Fire accidents in India – Suggestions
Lack of Transparency in the Supreme Court’s In-house Inquiry Procedure
Synopsis: In-house inquiry procedure needs to be made transparent The issue: Recently, the Supreme Court dismissed the complaint from Andhra Pradesh CM against Justice N.V. Ramana, on the basis of in-house inquiry. But the court declined to disclose the findings of the in-house inquiry. This has raised issues of transparency in the court’s process. According… Continue reading Lack of Transparency in the Supreme Court’s In-house Inquiry Procedure
