Synopsis: A precise caste census is difficult, but the data will be useful to drive social policy. Introduction This article talks about the complexities that are inherent in the caste census. There are challenges in conducting a caste census, but given the merit of such a census, should we go ahead with the census? What… Continue reading Complex count: On caste census
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India dithered over projecting naval power. Now it’s been pushed to the sidelines of the Indo-Pacific
Relevance: To know about India’s missed opportunities to improve international cooperation. Synopsis This article explains the opportunities that India missed, which ultimately led to the formation of the AUKUS alliance. Introduction Recently, the US, UK, and Australia announced a new trilateral security partnership for the Indo-Pacific named the AUKUS. Recently, the US has clarified that… Continue reading India dithered over projecting naval power. Now it’s been pushed to the sidelines of the Indo-Pacific
A disease surveillance system, for the future
Synopsis Diseases and outbreaks are realities and a well-functioning system can help reduce their impact. Introduction The article highlights the importance of epidemiology in preventing and controlling infectious diseases. What is epidemiology and disease surveillance? Epidemiology is the study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.… Continue reading A disease surveillance system, for the future
Make departments smart, first
Synopsis: E-governance holds the promise of improving local governance, but only if we pay attention to the basics. Introduction To have a smart city, there is a need to make all the departments of the city smart. In such cities, good governance is dependent on good service delivery. This requires good availability of data. Thus,… Continue reading Make departments smart, first
Ex Gratia: Why GOI should pay, Compensating Death
Synopsis: The court mediated decision for COVID 19 death compensation will help the poorest. Introduction Recently, Centre on the suggestions of the Supreme Court has agreed to provide financial relief of ₹50,000 per deceased individual to families of those who died of COVID-19. It will also include those who were involved in relief operations or… Continue reading Ex Gratia: Why GOI should pay, Compensating Death
How Poshan vatikas can help bridge the nutrition
Synopsis: Self-reliance and the adoption of sustainable food systems to address nutrition security amongst women and children is needed to address the tackle the challenge of nutrition. Introduction In the backdrop of Poshan Maah in September 2021, the Ministry of Women and Child Development is keen to promote the establishment of “Poshan Vatikas” across the… Continue reading How Poshan vatikas can help bridge the nutrition
The importance of Quad meeting amidst current geopolitical flux
Synopsis: This article explains the previous Quad summit and the performance of Working groups and suggestions to improve Quad further. Introduction The leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States will meet for the first-ever in-person Quadrilateral (“Quad”) summit. It is especially significant as it is set against the backdrop of few important recent… Continue reading The importance of Quad meeting amidst current geopolitical flux
Judiciary must reexamine how it has viewed citizenship questions in Assam
Synopsis: NRC was designed to filter out the foreigners in India. However, this seems to be impacting the very right of citizenship of Indians residing in Assam. Introduction Recently, Gauhati High Court, while hearing the case of Asor Uddin, gave its view on citizenship. Ason was declared to be a “foreigner” by a Foreigners Tribunal… Continue reading Judiciary must reexamine how it has viewed citizenship questions in Assam
Citizen scorecards for better accountability
Synopsis: The CAG’s auditing standards highlight the importance of performance audits for promoting transparency and evaluating outcomes. Introduction Soon, Parliament is going to celebrate 100 years of establishment of the Public Account Committee in December. What is the Public accounts Committee (PAC)? It was set up in 1921 under the Montagu-Chelmsford reforms to conduct audits… Continue reading Citizen scorecards for better accountability
Let’s rework incentive structures to boost IBC recovery
Synopsis: IBC is a landmark reform and its efficiency can be further enhanced by adopting incentive structure. Introduction Despite value erosion at disbursal due to poor credit discipline, the IBC has yielded impressive recoveries so far. However, the Code has also been criticized on several other grounds, many of which are questionable. Why IBC ‘s… Continue reading Let’s rework incentive structures to boost IBC recovery
