Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand the role of the speaker in the functioning of the Indian parliament. Synopsis: Either allow Parliament and state legislatures to descend into terminal decline or make the Speaker truly independent and let every legislature perform its constitutional function Contents1 Introduction2 Features of Indian Constitution3 Suggestions4 Way forward Introduction The main… Continue reading How can we guarantee the Speaker’s impartiality?
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Madras HC’s CBI reform ideas may be unpalatable to GoI. But change along similar lines is sorely needed
Source: Times of India Relevance: This article explains the issues surrounding the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Synopsis: The Madras High Court’s direction to reform CBI, is a reminder for the government to pursue reforms in the organization. Contents1 Introduction:2 About the case:3 Other issues with the CBI:4 About reforming CBI and the government decisions:5… Continue reading Madras HC’s CBI reform ideas may be unpalatable to GoI. But change along similar lines is sorely needed
Keeping an eye on China’s expanding nuclear stack
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Implications of China’s expanding nuclear arsenal Synopsis: The scope and prospective size of China’s nuclear capabilities is not known clearly. India should closely watch this build-up and work towards enhancing its own capabilities. An analysis of China’s expansion of its nuclear arsenal. Contents1 Context2 What is a missile silo?3 China’s nuclear… Continue reading Keeping an eye on China’s expanding nuclear stack
The script of the new endgame in Afghanistan
Source: The Hindu, Indian Express, Times of India, Livemint and The Economic Times Relevance: This article explains the recent developments in Afghanistan. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction3 How the situation is different from the 1990s?4 How did the US decision to withdraw impact it?5 How did the US decision to withdraw impact China?6 How do the old… Continue reading The script of the new endgame in Afghanistan
Doctor at the door
Source: The Hindu Relevance: The article highlights the problems that our healthcare system is struggling with Synopsis: Doorstep delivery can mitigate the effects of disruption caused by pandemics Contents1 Introduction:2 An initiative of Tamil Nadu (TN)3 Impact of NCDs on India4 Way forward Introduction: Even before the start of the pandemic, health experts warn India… Continue reading Doctor at the door
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. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction3 How did the US and USSR intervention in Afghanistan shaped India’s history?4 The policy of the Taliban at present:5 Challenges with Taliban in power:6 Suggestions for India6.1 Immediate initiatives6.2 Diplomatic initiatives6.3 Domestic initiatives Synopsis:… Continue reading Return of Taliban has implications for India
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
Case for third party funding
Source: The Hindu Relevance: To study the arbitration methods. Synopsis: Third-party funding in Arbitration should be explored, with sufficient caution, to expedite access to justice. Third-Party Funding in Arbitration/Litigation Funding It is the process in which someone who is not involved in an arbitration provides funds to a party to that arbitration in exchange for an… Continue reading Case for third party funding
