The Government of India proposes a special cess on goods like pan masala to create a non-lapsable fund for health and national security, linking public health with national stability. Critics warn it weakens fiscal federalism and risks poor fund use amid past evidence of unspent cess.
Click to View MoreSurveillance apps are backfiring in welfare delivery. Tools like NMMS, Aadhaar authentication, and Poshan Tracker exclude beneficiaries, burden frontline workers, and threaten privacy. Effective governance needs stronger social audits, human oversight, and a culture of responsibility instead of techno-solutionism.
Click to View MoreSeva Teerth, the new PMO complex under the Central Vista project, integrates key governance bodies to modernise administration. Its name reflects a shift from power to service, symbolising decolonisation. Its true test lies in delivering citizen-centric governance and measurable outcomes.
Click to View MoreSeva Teerth, the new PMO complex under the Central Vista project, integrates key governance bodies to modernise administration. Its name reflects a shift from power to service, symbolising decolonisation. Its true test lies in delivering citizen-centric governance and measurable outcomes.
Click to View MoreThe Jal Jeevan Mission provides rural households with safe tap water, focusing on source sustainability, quality, and community management. While progressing, it faces challenges including O&M, water quality, and ensuring the long-term functionality of connections.
Click to View MoreIndia’s first chairmanship of International IDEA highlights global trust in its electoral strengths. The role lets India present its election model, support Global South democracies, and shape global norms on integrity. At a time of democratic backsliding, it can drive inclusive, cooperative, and context-sensitive democratic reforms worldwide.
Click to View MoreIndia’s first chairmanship of International IDEA highlights global trust in its electoral strengths. The role lets India present its election model, support Global South democracies, and shape global norms on integrity. At a time of democratic backsliding, it can drive inclusive, cooperative, and context-sensitive democratic reforms worldwide.
Click to View MoreThe Three-Language Policy aimed to promote unity but struggled due to political pushback, limited resources and heavy classroom load. NEP 2020 offers flexible, mother-tongue-based learning. Its success needs strong teacher training, digital support and treating languages as practical skills to turn diversity into strength.
Click to View MoreLocal body polls face delays due to politics and OBC quota disputes, despite constitutional timelines. The Supreme Court, including in Maharashtra, has enforced the triple-test and protected the five-year term. Stronger State Election Commissions and real devolution of the 3 Fs are essential for steady grassroots democracy.
Click to View MoreThe Lokpal was created to check high-level corruption but has delivered little. Weak autonomy, limited independent investigative wing, and political influence in appointments undermine its role. Frequent dismissal of complaints and no major convictions fuel its “paper tiger” image. Strong reforms and real autonomy are essential to meet the objectives.
Click to View MoreIndia’s “Operation Sagar Bandhu” after Cyclone Ditwah showed its role as a first responder in the Indian Ocean Region. With the Air Force, Navy and NDRF involved, it reflected Neighbourhood First and SAGAR, boosted soft power, strengthened Sri Lanka ties and countered extra-regional influence.
Click to View MoreA curative petition, evolved through Rupa Ashok Hurra (2002), is the last remedy after dismissal of a review plea in the Supreme Court. Drawn from Articles 137 and 142, it is admitted only for grave injustice or bias, ensuring finality while enabling complete justice.
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