News: The Allahabad High Court recently held that oral sex with a minor is not a case of ‘aggravated penetrative sexual assault’ under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. About Section 5 and 6 of the POCSO Act Section 5(m) of the Act clearly lays down that “whoever commits penetrative sexual assault… Continue reading On POCSO Act: Errors of judgment
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BSF DG’s remark on demographic change to justify a wider berth in border areas is flawed, disturbing
News: Recently, the centre decided to extend the jurisdiction of the BSF to 50 km from 15 km in border states of Assam, Punjab and West Bengal. It was stated that the reason for extending the jurisdiction of BSF was to secure the three border states from the inflow of narcotics and weapon, infiltration by… Continue reading BSF DG’s remark on demographic change to justify a wider berth in border areas is flawed, disturbing
Why National Security Advisor’s advice to IPS probationers is worrying
News: Recently, the National Security Adviser addressed the IPS probationers at the passing-out parade at the National Police Academy, Hyderabad While addressing the IPS probationers, he made few statements. One, “People cannot feel safe and secure if law enforcers are weak, corrupt and partisan” Two, the implementation of laws is more important than their legislation.… Continue reading Why National Security Advisor’s advice to IPS probationers is worrying
CJI’s remarks on a different accountability yardstick for judges is worrying
News: Chief Justice of India in his speech from Constitution Day (26th November), talked about the role of judiciary and executive in providing justice to people. What is the CJI’s viewpoint? Read here: Judicial Intervention to nudge exec, not usurp its role: CJI What were the changes done by the Supreme Court? According to the author, SC… Continue reading CJI’s remarks on a different accountability yardstick for judges is worrying
Are crime against women keep them out of the job market
News: India’s trend of a Female Labour participation rate (FLPR) is a puzzle for researchers. About the status of Female Labour Participation Rate? India’s FLPR is declining, and it is below the global average of 45%. FLPR has fallen from 31.2% in 2011-12 to 24.5% in 2018-19. The number of working women groups grew by a… Continue reading Are crime against women keep them out of the job market
The case for a new constitution order
News: There is deep unrest amongst various sections of our society about how our constitution is functioning. This was evident when farmers refused to accept laws framed by the legislature and declined to listen to Supreme Court when they were asked to present their case. What do constitutional amendments suggest? The USA has made only… Continue reading The case for a new constitution order
Small grant but a big opportunity for local bodies
News: 15th Finance commission recommended a health grant of 70,000 crore which is to be released over the next 5 years. Out of this nearly 8000 crore was released to urban and rural local bodies. This would be 2.3% of the total health expenditure. This has the potential of having a huge impact on health… Continue reading Small grant but a big opportunity for local bodies
Iran-Pak Rivalry In Afghanistan Works For India
News: Indian concerns about the repercussions of ISI activities in Afghanistan holds little importance owing to the different interests of the regional powers. Iran, in this context, is important for India as both countries want to resist Pakistan’s domination in Afghanistan. Why there is a conflict between Iran and Pakistan? Both countries chose their intelligence… Continue reading Iran-Pak Rivalry In Afghanistan Works For India
Narco-terrorism: Afghanistan, the rise of a narco-terrorist state
News: According to United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), opium production in Afghanistan has crossed 6,000 tonnes for the 5th consecutive year. It led to an increase in the production of opiates by 8%. What were the reasons behind the increase in opium production in Afghanistan? Source of income: Taliban is involved in promoting… Continue reading Narco-terrorism: Afghanistan, the rise of a narco-terrorist state
Protect, don’t pander: On suppression of free speech
News: Bangalore’s show of stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui has been cancelled owing to the fear that it would create law and order problems and disrupt peace and harmony. Police even arrested the local organizers and those selling tickets for the show which had nothing to do with the content of his performance . A similar… Continue reading Protect, don’t pander: On suppression of free speech
