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Revisiting the Resilience of Women in the Russian Revolution
Read more: Revisiting the Resilience of Women in the Russian RevolutionThe Russian Revolution sought to mark the end of the Tsarist regime of the Romanov dynasty and establish the Bolsheviks in power. The February Revolution (March as per the Gregorian calendar) and The October Revolution (November as per the Gregorian calendar) took place during the freezing months of 1917. This article summarises the degree of…
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Evolving Dynamics Of Power In World Politics
Read more: Evolving Dynamics Of Power In World PoliticsThis article explores the evolution of power dynamics in world politics, focusing on the use of International Relations theories to understand the concept of power. Tracing historical shifts in power from Ancient Greece to the Cold War, it attempts to study the differences in the constituents of power over time. The diminishing use of force…
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Fortifying India-ASEAN Relations: A Strategic Perspective
Read more: Fortifying India-ASEAN Relations: A Strategic PerspectiveThis article outlines the evolving relationship between India and the Association of South-East Asian Nations (hereafter referred to as ASEAN), highlighting the strategic and economic aspects of their partnership. Since the 1990s, India’s engagement with ASEAN has deepened, culminating in a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2022. Both sides seek to counter China’s assertiveness in the…
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Bollywood’s Multiple Manifestations of Masculinity
Read more: Bollywood’s Multiple Manifestations of MasculinityBollywood has evolved, and so has its idea of masculinity. It changed from the ‘angry young man’ in the 70s to the “Thappad marke bhi de sakte hai” Chulbul Pandey in the early 2000s. Cut to 2023, a new idea of being a ‘man’ is developed and glorified. It is the culmination of all these…
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Key Facets of Japan’s Energy Diplomacy
Read more: Key Facets of Japan’s Energy DiplomacyThis article underscores the global commitment to a sustainable future, as epitomised by initiatives like the Paris Agreement, with Japan as a key participant. Japan’s energy diplomacy is then analysed, emphasising its focus on energy security, economic efficiency, and environmental sustainability. This is done through principal strategies which include promoting renewable energy, global energy governance,…
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Make in India Initiative and Anti-Dumping Duties: Preserving Local Manufacturing
Read more: Make in India Initiative and Anti-Dumping Duties: Preserving Local ManufacturingThe study evaluates the influence of anti-dumping tariffs on the “Make in India” campaign, determining how effective they are in fostering indigenous manufacturing and growth in the economy. It investigates the function of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, assesses import restrictions on goods, and examines the effect of anti-dumping legislation in promoting regional production…
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Breaking the Mould: Examining Compensation Approaches at COP 28
Read more: Breaking the Mould: Examining Compensation Approaches at COP 28COP28, the United Nations’ 28th annual climate conference, held in Dubai, faced scepticism due to the UAE’s status as a major oil-producing country. The summit involved diverse participation, including diplomats, industrialists, civil societies, and activists, attracting 84,000 attendees. Amid geopolitical challenges and escalating climate crises, COP28 produced both accomplishments and compromises. Positive outcomes included historic…
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Challenges and Progress in Addressing Gender Disparities in Morocco
Read more: Challenges and Progress in Addressing Gender Disparities in MoroccoThroughout history, Moroccan culture has been deeply enmeshed with patriarchal ideas that are sustained by religious narratives. Following its independence in 1956, Islamic doctrine gained more traction to take control over public and private spaces. The all-male drafting committee for the first Family Code of 1957, symbolises a severe under-representation of women’s voices and experiences…
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“Culture as a Class Performance” in Normal People by Sally Rooney
Read more: “Culture as a Class Performance” in Normal People by Sally RooneyThis article explores how cultural capital, in “Normal People” by Sally Rooney, is portrayed as an often misused weapon wielded by characters to formulate pseudo-intellectual discourses within an academic framework. It also goes on to observe how Rooney has let the existence of political, social, cultural and economic conflicts subtly pervade the narrative of the…
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NEWTON- A DAUNTLESS TAKE ON THE DANCE OF DEMOCRACY
Read more: NEWTON- A DAUNTLESS TAKE ON THE DANCE OF DEMOCRACYAmit Masurkar’s 2017 film “Newton” presents a unique exploration of democracy, elections, and governance in the context of rural India, particularly in rural India. This review delves into the exceptional performances, notably Rajkummar Rao as Newton, and the film’s witty writing. The movie skillfully weaves themes of patriarchy, caste, and government indifference into the narrative,…
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India’s Vietnam: The Forgotten War
Read more: India’s Vietnam: The Forgotten WarThe Indian Intervention in the Sri Lankan Civil War is a topic that has been ignored in mainstream knowledge of society. This war that India fought is required to be learned as it will allow India to learn from its mistakes and as it grows in its international stature, The notion of reopening old wounds…
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The Storm in East Asia Gave Birth to Bangladesh
Read more: The Storm in East Asia Gave Birth to BangladeshBy Dheemant Anil Abstract The birth of Bangladesh can be considered the first time a climatic event led to the birth of the nation. It is therefore important for us to study the lead up to the Bangladeshi War of Liberation, as it gives us vital lessons as to how climate can play a role…
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