Synopsis: About PRIs, role played by them in COVID-19 crisis, need to build their capacity further so that they can deal with these kinds of situations in stronger way. Introduction The Panchayati Raj was first adopted by Nagaur in Rajasthan on October 2, 1959. It has expanded vastly. There are now 2,60,512 Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) represented by about 31 lakh elected members across… Continue reading Stronger at the grassroots: On strengthening Panchayati Raj Institutions
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The motherhood penalty employers must eliminate
Synopsis: Government intervention is needed to bring women equal to men. Introduction Women in India often faced a lot of discrimination owing to the patriarchy. It does not only impact her social life but takes a toll on her professional one also. What is the status of women in India? The gender gap in India has… Continue reading The motherhood penalty employers must eliminate
Use the latest research to combat child under-nutrition
Synopsis: Better child health policies are required to improve the malnutrition status of children. Introduction Children are future assets for any nation. Thus, it is important to take care of their development. In India, where several children are malnourished, it is important to study the research carefully and then frame the policies according to that.… Continue reading Use the latest research to combat child under-nutrition
A strategy for India in a world that is adrift
Synopsis: As the global order shifts with the rising of China and the relative decline of the USA, India must act resolutely to secure its place in the global order. Introduction During the 90s, tectonic shifts in global politics prompted the dialogue on Non Aligned Movement 2.0. Today, again, India stands on a global politics… Continue reading A strategy for India in a world that is adrift
The Indian women’s movement can only grow by being inclusive
Synopsis: While learning from previous generations, feminists today must continue to make room for the concerns of persons from different backgrounds and social groups. Introduction Recently, Kamala Bhasin, an Indian developmental feminist activist, has passed away. One of her renowned quotes is the “definition of gender means the socio-cultural definition of a girl and boy,… Continue reading The Indian women’s movement can only grow by being inclusive
The pandemic is a reminder of education being a public good
Synopsis: Indian school education system faces various challenges like large vacancies of teachers, vulnerable private schools, etc. The government must act to improve the public school education system. Introduction The recent UNESCO report State of the Education Report (SOER) for India: “No Teachers, No Class”, highlighted various challenges associated with school education in India. Click… Continue reading The pandemic is a reminder of education being a public good
Trade multilateralism at risk
Synopsis: About WTO’s crisis, various challenges faced by WTO and the way forward. Introduction The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the global trade body. Currently, it is facing a serious existential crisis. The upcoming WTO ministerial meeting which will be held in Geneva, provides an opportunity to save this institution. What crisis WTO is facing today? The crisis is related to… Continue reading Trade multilateralism at risk
Right to protest in and on Lakhimpur Kheri needs to be protected, the legal quibble can come later
Synopsis: The court can question the legal validity of the Acts, but that does not mean that the Right to protest can be halted from implementation. Introduction Earlier, the Supreme Court questions the farmers’ protests against the Centre’s farm laws on grounds that the matter is sub judice(under judicial consideration and therefore prohibited). The court… Continue reading Right to protest in and on Lakhimpur Kheri needs to be protected, the legal quibble can come later
NIRF ranking does not give full picture of higher education in India
Synopsis: Recently released NIRF ranking showcased its limitation in comparison to other global rankings. Introduction Ministry of Education has released National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2021. Various lacunas are visible in the structuring of this ranking, which makes the ranking impactless. Read more: Fund and Faculty count in higher education rankings What are the different… Continue reading NIRF ranking does not give full picture of higher education in India
The challenge of going back to school
Synopsis: Guidelines on re-opening schools focus more on health measures than on addressing learning difficulties. Introduction Covid pandemic has impacted severely the education of children. With the reopening of schools, governing students is more concerned with providing sanitation and safety measures. There is less focus on bridging the study gap. What are the issues surrounding… Continue reading The challenge of going back to school
