Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Schooling in India in times of poor air quality Context: The debate on school closures during times of poor air quality raises critical questions about scientific rationale, practicality, and the broader impact on students. While initiatives like the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) aim to mitigate pollution, linking … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : From a republic to a republic of unequals Contextual Background India’s Constitution, adopted on November 26, 1949, envisioned an egalitarian society. However, the dominance of neoliberal ideologies today threatens this vision by perpetuating inequalities, both economic and social. Introduction: Reflecting on 75 Years of Constitutional Governance As India … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : The Constitution still thrives, let it show India the way Introduction: A Milestone Worth Celebrating This month, India commemorates the 75th anniversary of the adoption of its draft Constitution by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949. The Union government has announced a special joint sitting of Parliament … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : India’s urban infrastructure financing, needs and reality Context India is at the cusp of an urban transformation. With the urban population projected to double from 400 million to 800 million by 2050, the need for robust and sustainable urban infrastructure has never been more pressing. However, financial and … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Democratising AI needs a radically different approach Introduction: A Growing Concern As the influence of Big Tech firms continues to expand, the world finds itself at a crossroads. Governments, including India’s, are investing heavily in sovereign cloud infrastructure, open data platforms, and support for local start-ups to challenge the … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : India needs an environmental health regulatory agency Introduction: The Need for Comprehensive Solutions As the 2024 Conference of Parties (COP 29) concludes in Baku, Azerbaijan, India emerges as a key advocate for ambitious climate action and equitable financing for mitigation. Yet, closer to home, the nation faces mounting environmental … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Tamil Nadu heatwave policy is only a start Context: A Promising Yet Limited Initiative In a significant move, Tamil Nadu recently declared extreme heat a State-specific disaster, marking an essential acknowledgment of climate change’s growing threats. This policy opens institutional avenues for those affected by heat-related illnesses or … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : A thousand days of Ukrainian resilience Context and Introduction On February 24, 2022, the world witnessed a profound shift in global history. Russia unleashed a full-scale military assault on Ukraine, targeting its sovereignty, culture, and people. Yet, Ukraine’s response has been nothing short of extraordinary. Under the leadership … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : End logjam for EPFO pensioners Context: A Turning Point for EPFO Pensioners The recent announcement about the successful pilot launch of the Centralised Pension Payments System (CPPS) under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995, offers a glimmer of hope to pensioners across the country. However, this progress comes against … Read more
Analysis of The Hindu Editorial 1 : Two cheers for the top court’s ‘bulldozer’ judgment Context India’s Supreme Court recently delivered a significant judgment addressing the controversial practice known as “bulldozer raj”. Over the past three years, municipal authorities in various parts of the country have used demolitions as a punitive tool against individuals accused … Read more