Synopsis: States have no option but to be fiscally aatmanirbhar. Contents1 Introduction2 How has Fiscal federalism changed over time?3 What is the issue between Centre and States?4 What should be the way forward for the states? Introduction Recently, TN released a white paper that talked about the state fiscal condition is not good and the… Continue reading Grow up, states: CMs should know central resource transfer won’t go up. They must fix their own finances
Author: Ramandeep Kaur
One vaccine makes more vaccine than another. Does it matter?
What is the news? The researchers are still working to understand how long their protection lasts, and how it differs from one person to another. Getting answers to these questions is a crucial step to determine who will need a booster shot. The studies have found that the Moderna Vs Pfizer vaccines have certain subtle… Continue reading One vaccine makes more vaccine than another. Does it matter?
To tackle nutrition challenges, we must also address sanitation issues
Synopsis: Understand how the interplay of food and hygiene are important for complete nutrition. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the findings of national/International Organisations?3 Studies about linkage of malnutrition with hygiene4 What should be the Indian strategy to counter diarrhoea and malnutrition? Introduction Of all the problems confronting the youth, nutritional insecurity is the worst. It… Continue reading To tackle nutrition challenges, we must also address sanitation issues
The judicial role in improving law making: The key to revitalising India’s reservation system
Synopsis: Rushed laws sacrifice core ideals of constitutional democracy, the judiciary can play a crucial role in course-correcting the Parliament. Introduction Deterioration in the quality of debate has prompted demands for reform of legislative procedures. Speaking on the matter, while CJI suggested that intellectuals enter politics, the Judiciary itself can play a positive role in… Continue reading The judicial role in improving law making: The key to revitalising India’s reservation system
The key to revitalising India’s reservation system
Synopsis: A Socio-economic caste-based census becomes a necessary precondition to initiate any meaningful reform. Contents1 Introduction2 What is the problem with the current system?3 How does insufficiency of data impact policymaking?4 What needs to be done?5 What can be the way ahead? Introduction Recently, the central government’s decision to introduce reservations for Other Backward Classes… Continue reading The key to revitalising India’s reservation system
From Four to 500: How citizens joined naturally to save nature in Kharghar
Synopsis: A small group of dedicated volunteers has managed to save Khargar wetlands. Where is Kharghar wetland located? It lies within Navi Mumbai. It is home to multiple species with natural environments like hills, green mangroves and lush grasslands. Why this wetland was in danger? Kharghar lakes were in danger of being encroached on and… Continue reading From Four to 500: How citizens joined naturally to save nature in Kharghar
Why a Caste Census is needed-and why it may not see light of the day
Synopsis: Although caste-based census would provide up-to-date data to calibrate reservation, it also threatens social justice as it can roll back the discrimination regime. Introduction Recently, the Indian Parliament passed the 127th Constitution Amendment Bill, 2021. It overrides the Supreme Court’s (SC) interpretation of the 102nd Constitutional Amendment. SC judgment in the Maratha case had… Continue reading Why a Caste Census is needed-and why it may not see light of the day
India and US sign Project Agreement for Air-Launched Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Contents1 What is the news?2 What is this project about?3 Why this move is considered significant?4 What is Defence Technology & Trade Initiative (DTTI)? What is the news? Recently, India & the US signed the Project Agreement (PA) for Air-Launched Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (ALUAV). What is this project about? This is a project is signed… Continue reading India and US sign Project Agreement for Air-Launched Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Explained: How the Supreme Court judges are appointed
Contents1 What is the news?2 What are the age criteria for Judges?3 What is the selection process for HC judges?4 What is the number of women judges? What is the news? Recently, the appointment of 9 judges takes the Supreme Court (SC) strength to 33, of whom 4 are women. What are the age criteria… Continue reading Explained: How the Supreme Court judges are appointed
CJI flags “Communal content” in media
Synopsis: To understand how to balance free speech with accountability for digital media. Contents1 Introduction2 What is the Supreme Court’s view?3 Why does the misuse happen in web sources? 4 What actions have been taken by the Government?5 What needs to be done? Introduction Recently, the Chief Justice of India has raised his concerns over the… Continue reading CJI flags “Communal content” in media
