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A New Chapter?: Exploring the Potential of India-Pakistan Relations Post-Jaishankar’s Visit
Read more: A New Chapter?: Exploring the Potential of India-Pakistan Relations Post-Jaishankar’s VisitBy Prof. Tridivesh Singh Maini Introduction External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan, to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit held in Islamabad on October 15-16, 2024, drew attention for several reasons. Most importantly, this was the first visit by an Indian Foreign Minister to Pakistan after nearly nine years. In December 2015,…
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Is Homosexuality Against Indian Culture?
Read more: Is Homosexuality Against Indian Culture?This article explores the relationship between homosexuality and Indian culture, challenging the widespread belief that homosexuality is alien to Indian traditions. Through an analysis of ancient Indian texts, scriptures, and cultural practices, the article demonstrates that non-heteronormative relationships have existed and been recognized in India for centuries. It argues that the demonization of homosexuality is…
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LEGITIMACY OF TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS UNDER HINDU MARRIAGES: A FEMINIST APPROACH
Read more: LEGITIMACY OF TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS UNDER HINDU MARRIAGES: A FEMINIST APPROACHThis article explores the deep-seated patriarchy in Hindu marriages, where centuries-old rituals and religious texts still shape modern legal norms. For the longest time, marriage has been considered as a sacred bond to be maintained between a heterogeneous couple. Although, with the adoption of The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 and through various judicial developments, marriage…
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Rights vs the Reality: The Legal Gaps in Protecting India’s Female Doctors
Read more: Rights vs the Reality: The Legal Gaps in Protecting India’s Female DoctorsBy Suhani Sharma and Nandita Purvi “I measure the progress of a community with the degree of progress women have achieved.” – B.R. Ambedkar The safety of female doctors in state-run hospitals has become an urgent and pressing issue in light of the recent Kolkata rape case. Despite increasing awareness and legal…
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Tackling the contemporary “Aaya Ram Gaya Ram”
Read more: Tackling the contemporary “Aaya Ram Gaya Ram”There’s a popular phrase “Aaya Ram Gaya Ram” and let’s just say Nitish Kumar is the modern-day embodiment of it. Are there laws to stop elected politicians like him? Yes, an anti-defection law exists in our Constitution. Then why doesn’t it apply to Nitish Kumar and many other politicians like him? This is exactly what…
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The Ideal Man
Read more: The Ideal ManThe article discusses the evolution of male characters throughout the cinematic topography and how they influence the discourses in society. These characters eventually become the “ideal” man that the youth wants to ascribe and adopt. It also discusses the labels and definitions associated with masculinity, as depicted in cinema.
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Digging deeper into the ambiguities: Income Inequality and Growth
Read more: Digging deeper into the ambiguities: Income Inequality and GrowthNobel Prize-winning economist Robert Shiller once said, “It’s unfortunate that our efforts at policy can’t help everybody.” This reality has become evident over the years, with policymakers striving for inclusive policies, yet facing challenges in achieving this objective. The relationship between income inequality and economic growth has been a focal point for researchers. Shin defines…




