Synopsis: The relationship between the bar and bench has gone from one of mutual respect and equality to the one between ruler and ruled. Contents1 Introduction2 How can one know that the Ideas of propriety exist in Judiciary?3 Why lawyers are accepting the Ideas of propriety?4 How does this constitute misuse of power?5 How does… Continue reading Ideas of propriety must not be used by courts to control and silence lawyers
Author: Ramandeep Kaur
A reality check for higher education dreams
Synopsis: The proposed academic bank of credits, multiple entry-exit options will require infrastructure, manpower and budget that the Indian education system simply does not possess Contents1 Introduction2 What are the observations of the National Education Policy (NEP)?3 How this could be removed?4 What are the lacunae in the system?5 What needs to be done?6 Terms… Continue reading A reality check for higher education dreams
The great immunity debate of vaccines vs infection antibodies
Contents1 What is the news?2 The comparison between vaccine immunity and infection-induced immunity3 Does it mean vaccine is not needed?4 What should be the approach going forward? What is the news? Recent studies showed that immunity induced by Pfizer shot waned quickly. This led to comparisons between immunity induced by the vaccine shot and the… Continue reading The great immunity debate of vaccines vs infection antibodies
Making them pay: About the regulation of Big techs
Synopsis: A law to regulate app store operators is key to check Big Tech’s monopolising nature. Introduction Recently, South Korea made an amendment to its Telecommunications Business Act. The Act aims to prevent app store operators, such as Google and Apple, from forcing app developers to use their in-store payment systems. It will also check… Continue reading Making them pay: About the regulation of Big techs
Redefining the reservation policy
Synopsis: Political parties should consider making substantive changes to the way reservation is implemented. Contents1 Introduction2 Why there is a demand for Caste Based Census?3 What are the constitutional provisions?4 What are the court judgements?5 Why sub categorization is required?6 What are the important issues that need to be addressed?7 What we need to do… Continue reading Redefining the reservation policy
Shikshak Parv: PM Narendra Modi launches key education initiatives
What is the news? The Prime minister has recently launched several initiatives in the education sector on Shiksha Parv. The aim behind these initiatives is to make our education system globally competitive. It also aims to make the youth future-ready. What is Shiksha Parv? It is being celebrated by the Ministry of Education. It is… Continue reading Shikshak Parv: PM Narendra Modi launches key education initiatives
Karbi Anglong peace deal points the importance of addressing small insurgencies that scar Northeast landscape
Synopsis: The recent Karbi Anglong agreement gives hope for peace in the northeast. But we need to look beyond peace deals for long-term peace in the region. Introduction The Government of India has signed a tripartite Karbi Anglong agreement with five insurgent groups to put an end to years of violence and bring peace and prosperity in… Continue reading Karbi Anglong peace deal points the importance of addressing small insurgencies that scar Northeast landscape
Non Binary genders need more visibility in India’s Census 2021
Synopsis: Separating sex and gender in the country’s biggest socio-economic survey is necessary. Introduction Census data is important as it acts as a base for many other surveys in the country. This is because the census data is a better enumeration of categories of gender. But still, the Census is far from perfect. About the… Continue reading Non Binary genders need more visibility in India’s Census 2021
Its time for national conversation on how to live with the virus
Synopsis: The goal is not to eliminate the infection, but to reduce sickness and mortality. Introduction This article highlights the impact of Covid on people’s lives and what can be expected in the future. Given that virus is constantly evolving, how we shape our policies is crucial for a healthy society. What are the limitations… Continue reading Its time for national conversation on how to live with the virus
Spirit of federalism lies in the constitution
Synopsis Legislation in a federal setup needs careful consideration while dealing with laws in the concurrent list. Introduction Recently, various State governments raised concerns about Central unilateralism in the enactment of critical laws on subjects in the Concurrent List of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution. This may undermine federal principles in India. What are… Continue reading Spirit of federalism lies in the constitution
