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State of the States: Bulletin (August 18-30, 2023)

This is the fourth bi-weekly bulletin for the period from August 18 to 30, 2023.
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Absence of Women in Leadership Roles: Reinforcement of Gender Norms at Higher Levels and its Implications

The article scrutinizes the subject of women’s participation and position in the IT Sector in India. It argues for structural changes in the sector through an analysis of Japan’s ‘womenomics’ policies and their subsequent failure due to the widespread gender inequality present in all the realms- public and private, professional and personal, workplace and household.…
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Eco Showers: A Catalyst for Water Conservation

Showering is one of the leading water-consuming activities at home which can cause something called “habitual water waste”, a term coined for the water that drains away unused each time during showers. This collectively comprises 20% water loss in any household. Generally, the authorities and other environmentalists suggest taking fewer showers to combat climate change.…
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“Cloak and Daggers”: Pakistani Strategy in the 1948 War

In this article, I argue that the Kashmir War of 1948 was a perfect example of how Pakistan first used nonstate actors in the form of Tribal raiders to try and balance its material and numerical deficiencies compared with India. However, it has always failed to do so, and with the problems attached to using…
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Balancing Progress and Preservation: Analysing the Forest Conservation Act Amendment Bill 2023

This research article endeavours to present a comprehensive understanding of the newly proposed Forest Conservation Act Amendment Bill. The article starts by explaining what the bill is and what it seeks to achieve, it then proceeds to analyse the statute and expounds upon the proposed amendments, followed by an update on the current and projected…
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BHARAT MAA- THE REFLECTION OF A MOTHER

The modern nation has often been associated with a specific gender or addressed with gendered metaphors that result in it being engendered to evoke a sentiment. Even India’s relationship with its citizens has been associated with that of a mother to its child including the emotional connection and reverence Indians hold for their motherland. But…
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Reflection On South Korea’s Abortion Ban Movement

This article explores the history of abortion laws in South Korea and the 2019 Constitutional Court judgement that finally held the abortion ban unconstitutional. With the emergence of reproductive rights and feminist groups on the issue of abortion, the article delves into the longstanding struggle of the public and the social justice groups that ultimately…
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Raising the bar – US’s ever-increasing debt ceiling

USA is known for having large amounts of debt, which has been steadily increasing. However, with the US dollar being used as a global currency, the nature of US government debt is vastly different to that of other countries. In this article, I shall seek to show how the US uses the ‘debt-ceiling’ to borrow…
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‘Uniformity’ in the Uniform Civil Code

The article critically examines the ongoing debate surrounding the proposal for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India. Against the backdrop of religious and cultural diversity, the article delves into the historical context and opposing perspectives on the UCC, highlighting concerns about its potential impact on religious freedom and cultural autonomy. The analysis underscores the…
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State of the States: Bulletin (August 4-17, 2023)

This is the third bi-weekly bulletin for the period from August 4-17, 2023.
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Rustom: Unravelling the Intricacies of Criminal Law in Bollywood’s Blockbuster

This article aims to undertake a comprehensive analysis of the legal implications depicted in a widely acclaimed film, elucidating its contribution to the comprehension of criminal law intricacies. By delving into the film’s narrative, this study seeks to unveil the complexities of criminal law involvement, thereby offering profound insights into its multifaceted dimensions. The film,…
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Institutionalized Casteism: How Caste Atrocities Undermine Justice in Indian Law

his second installment of a two-part series examines the film ‘Court,’ directed by Chaitanya Tamhane, through the lens of caste-based prejudice within the Indian legal system. Building upon the previous analysis of the film’s characters, this section delves deeper into the issue, unraveling the pervasive nature of institutionalized casteism that obstructs justice. Drawing insights from…
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State of the States: Bulletin (August 18-30, 2023)

Absence of Women in Leadership Roles: Reinforcement of Gender Norms at Higher Levels and its Implications

Eco Showers: A Catalyst for Water Conservation

“Cloak and Daggers”: Pakistani Strategy in the 1948 War

Balancing Progress and Preservation: Analysing the Forest Conservation Act Amendment Bill 2023

BHARAT MAA- THE REFLECTION OF A MOTHER

Reflection On South Korea’s Abortion Ban Movement

Raising the bar – US’s ever-increasing debt ceiling

‘Uniformity’ in the Uniform Civil Code

State of the States: Bulletin (August 4-17, 2023)

Rustom: Unravelling the Intricacies of Criminal Law in Bollywood’s Blockbuster

Institutionalized Casteism: How Caste Atrocities Undermine Justice in Indian Law