Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand the pattern of women’s ownership of land. Synopsis: Despite enabling laws, women’s land ownership are still lagging. This needs concerted social efforts and more vocal claims by women. What is the challenge? Despite 15 years of the passing of the Hindu Succession Amendment Act (HSAA 2005), the access of… Continue reading India must push for women’s rights in land ownership
Supreme Court remarks on tribunal law is latest flashpoint between legislature, judiciary
Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand the tussle between Judiciary and Parliament Synopsis: Friction between Judiciary & government over interference in each other domain There is a fresh tussle between the Judiciary and legislature over the powers and limitations of law-making on the recently passed Tribunal Reforms Act. Tribunal Reforms Act 2021: It sought the abolishment… Continue reading Supreme Court remarks on tribunal law is latest flashpoint between legislature, judiciary
Powerless MPs, MLAs: Lawmakers don’t question laws in part because anti-defection rules snuff out all dissent
Source: TOI Relevance: This article discusses the disruptive functioning and degrading quality of the Parliament. Synopsis: Anti-defection rule was passed with the right intent of checking dissent. However, it is now choking the freedom of speech and expression in Parliament. Functioning of Parliament: Laws badly drafted by bureaucrats escape lawmakers’ scrutiny. Rush job legislations are becoming… Continue reading Powerless MPs, MLAs: Lawmakers don’t question laws in part because anti-defection rules snuff out all dissent
Our ADP model will unlock the power of data to improve lives
Source: LiveMint Relevance: To understand the Aspirational district programme (ADP) Synopsis: ADP has been lauded for its result-driven approach. It becomes important to understand its features. Introduction United Nation Development Programme (UNDP) lauded India’s aspirational district program (ADP) It is the world’s largest initiative in result based governance, reaching 250 Million people in 112 districts.… Continue reading Our ADP model will unlock the power of data to improve lives
Return of Taliban has implications for India
Source: Indian Express (Article 1), Article 2) and Times of India Relevance: This article explains the recent developments in Afghanistan. Synopsis: Delhi must maintain vigil against a resurgence of cross-border terrorism that could quickly destabilize Kashmir and escalate the conflict between India and Pakistan. Introduction The rapid collapse of the Afghan government and the triumphant return of… Continue reading Return of Taliban has implications for India
India’s water crisis: It is most acute for women
Source: Down to Earth Relevance: Implications of water crisis on women Synopsis: Water crisis affects women disproportionately compared to men. An analysis Context India has 16% of the world’s population, but possesses only 4% of the world’s freshwater resources. India is water-stressed due to changing weather patterns and repeated droughts. And the worst sufferers of… Continue reading India’s water crisis: It is most acute for women
Nutrition Security should be part of our covid response
Source: LiveMint Relevance: To study the nutritional status of India Synopsis: The nutrition scenario is not looking good in India. The pandemic has further worsened it. There is an urgent need for policymakers to focus on nutrition. Findings of India’s 2015-16 Health Survey: One in every three children in India is stunted. More than 50%… Continue reading Nutrition Security should be part of our covid response
The big opportunity
Source: The Hindu Relevance: This article explains the advantages of the rising young population. Synopsis: A rising youth population in India can provide many benefits to India. Introduction: According to various international studies, the median age in India would be 28 years by 2022-23, in contrast to 37 in China and 45 in Western Europe.… Continue reading The big opportunity
Functioning of Parliament: Challenges and way forward – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives, click HERE ← Introduction Over the years, the functioning of Parliament has declined, which is not a good sign for a healthy democracy. Recently, the Chief Justice of India also flagged the issue of lack of discussion in legislative assemblies on various laws before they are passed. The CJI also remarks… Continue reading Functioning of Parliament: Challenges and way forward – Explained, pointwise
EVs are the future but a premature transition through bad policy is undesirable
Source: TOI Relevance: India’s Electric Vehicle (EV) policy Synopsis: An EV policy that is biased towards a premature transition to EVs can have unintended consequences. A look at the consequences and a way forward. Background Around 81% of the 18.6 million vehicles sold in 2020 were two-wheelers. Hence, the transition from an industry dominated by… Continue reading EVs are the future but a premature transition through bad policy is undesirable
