Synopsis The UN must ensure that the Taliban uphold human rights and give up terror tactics. Introduction Recently, the UN Security Council, under India’s Presidency, adopted Resolution 2593. The resolution was sponsored by France, UK and USA. Along with 13 other members, India voted in favour of the resolution and amongst permanent ‘members’ Russia and… Continue reading Noble intentions: About the UNSC resolution on Taliban
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What the global flow of guns tell us about how states fail
Source: This post is based on the article “What the global flow of guns tell us about how states fail” published in Indian Express on 2nd September 2021. Relevance: Understand the role of arms in society. Synopsis: The supply of weapons matters. If not controlled, then the weapons guide the nation in a different direction.… Continue reading What the global flow of guns tell us about how states fail
Three doses not two: Israel sets new benchmark for full vaccination. It is on India’s horizon as well
Source: This post is based on the article “Three doses not two: Israel sets new benchmark for full vaccination. It is on India’s horizon as well” published in the Times of India on 1st September 2021. Relevance: To understand the immunization process. Synopsis: With Israel adopting a 3 dose policy, what should be India’s policy… Continue reading Three doses not two: Israel sets new benchmark for full vaccination. It is on India’s horizon as well
The Paralympic paradox
Source: This post is based on the article “The Paralympic paradox” published in the Business Standard on 1st September 2021. Relevance: Paralympics empowering disabled people. Synopsis: Indians with disabilities need more attention. Introduction Indian athletes have given their best performance in Paralympics 2021. It gives a platform for disabled people to perform and shine. But,… Continue reading The Paralympic paradox
Better policing, please: Court observations on investigations in Delhi riots should be required reading for all major police forces
Source: This post is based on the article “Better policing, please: Court observations on investigations in Delhi riots should be required reading for all major police forces” published in The Times of India on 1st September 2021. Relevance: Understand lapses in the police investigation. Synopsis: There are few major lapses in the police investigation. These can… Continue reading Better policing, please: Court observations on investigations in Delhi riots should be required reading for all major police forces
Where liberalism and nationalism are placed in Asia
Source: This post is based on the article “Where liberalism and nationalism are placed in Asia” published in The Hindu on 2nd September 2021. Relevance: This article explains India’s presence in the South China Sea. Synopsis Liberalism and nationalism mean different things to different people, and the two concepts are often considered mutually exclusive. Introduction… Continue reading Where liberalism and nationalism are placed in Asia
The next step in democratic evolution is overdue
Source: This post is based on the article “The next step in democratic evolution is overdue” published in The Hindu on 1st September 2021. Relevance: The article highlights the importance of democracy and the base or structure on which it is built i.e constitutions and laws. Synopsis: India must change, from elected authoritarianism towards participative… Continue reading The next step in democratic evolution is overdue
Making the Paralympics count
Source: This post is based on the article “Making the Paralympics count” published in The Hindu on 1st September 2021. Relevance: Paralympics empowering disabled people Synopsis: This is the chance to improve the conditions of the disabled pursuing sports and to refresh the way we view disability. Context: About 2.2% of the Indian population is… Continue reading Making the Paralympics count
Its time to build BRICS better
Source: This post is based on the article “Its time to build BRICS better” published in The Hindu on 1st September 2021. Relevance: To study the importance of BRICS. Synopsis: Although BRICS grouping succeeded up to a point, it now confronts multiple challenges. Context: The 13th BRICS summit is set to be held under India’s… Continue reading Its time to build BRICS better
Break the deadlock: Increase women’s representation
Source: This post is based on the article “Break the deadlock: Increase women’s representation” published in The Times of India on 31st August 2021. Relevance: Reservation for women in the legislature. Synopsis: Providing reservations for women in a way that makes the parliament gender equal. Context: With women performing excellently in sports, cinema & other… Continue reading Break the deadlock: Increase women’s representation
