Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Under Trump 2.0, the world and the India outlook Contextualizing Trump’s 2024 Victory The Global Perception ShiftDonald Trump’s re-election as U.S. President in 2024 has sent ripples across the globe, reshaping his image from a polarizing figure to a transformative leader. Often compared to Franklin Delano Roosevelt for … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : A good beginning but China negotiations must continue Context India’s challenges with China are at a critical juncture. The recent remarks by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar provide some clarity, yet the issue requires both political consensus and continued negotiations to safeguard India’s strategic interests. Let’s explore the … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Public health — insights from the 1896 Bombay Plague Context The 1896 Bombay Plague reveals how colonial-era public health strategies prioritized control over care. Its reliance on policing and mapping offers critical lessons for ethical, community-centered approaches in contemporary health crises. Introduction: What History Can Teach Us About … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : States and the challenge before the Finance Commission Context The Sixteenth Finance Commission addresses fiscal challenges, resource allocation, and economic equity between India’s Union and States, amid global shifts and demands for inclusive growth and sustainable development policies. Introduction India’s federal structure thrives on a delicate balance of … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Cash transfer schemes for women as new poll plank Context: The Political Shift Towards Women-Centric Welfare In recent years, cash transfer schemes targeting women have emerged as central themes in state and national elections. This trend isn’t just about political generosity; it reflects deeper strategies and societal changes. … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1: Reflections on Baku’s ‘NCQG outcome’ Context The outcome of the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) negotiations at COP29 in Baku has sparked a heated debate. While hailed as a financial step forward, it bypasses the principles of climate justice and equitable burden sharing. The financial needs of the Global … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Citizens with disabilities, making their rights real Context: State Commissioners safeguard disability rights under the RPWD Act but face challenges like ineffective implementation, delays, and lack of independence, requiring reforms for better inclusion and justice delivery nationwide. Introduction Did you know that persons with disabilities make up a … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1: Research security. should be a national priority Context Research security is vital for safeguarding India’s strategic technologies and innovation ecosystem, addressing threats like cyberattacks and espionage while balancing open science principles to ensure national progress and global competitiveness. Introduction: As India propels itself towards achieving its ambitious development goals … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1: Indians need to share contraceptive responsibility Context India’s family planning initiatives, launched in 1952, initially prioritized male sterilisation (vasectomy) as a key contraceptive method. However, over the decades, societal norms, misconceptions, and policy shifts have drastically reduced vasectomy rates, leaving women to bear the brunt of sterilisation responsibilities. This … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Context The integration of insurgent groups into democratic politics is not only a testament to the resilience of democracy but also a step toward legitimizing it as an inclusive and adaptable system. Introduction: Shifting Sands of Revolutionary Ideals The electoral success of Sri Lanka’s Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP)-led … Read more