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From Stereotype to Scrutiny: Unveiling the Transformation of Indian Cinema’s Social Commentary
Read more: From Stereotype to Scrutiny: Unveiling the Transformation of Indian Cinema’s Social CommentaryTaking a closer look at the fascinating journey of Bollywood, this article reveals how Hindi cinema has transformed from its formulaic roots to a more layered and realistic art form in the modern era.
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Transformation of Academic Learning in India
Read more: Transformation of Academic Learning in IndiaIndia’s academic landscape has experienced a significant transformation in recent years. This article highlights key trends and drivers of change in the Indian education system. It aims to discuss the evolving nature of education in India, and the need to move towards a more flexible, inclusive, and skill-focused model, which is better aligned with the…
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AN ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET, WITH A LIMIT: Implementation of Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023
Read more: AN ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET, WITH A LIMIT: Implementation of Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023This article delves into the recently passed Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023 and how emerging conversations of the Bill have been about its implementation after the next set out delimitation process. This article examines both arguments which are for it as well against it. In this article, the issue of delimitation freeze is explored and how…
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Bangladesh’s Textile Industry: The History and Current Labour Culture
Read more: Bangladesh’s Textile Industry: The History and Current Labour CultureThe textile industry in Bangladesh, historically rooted in the British colonial era, has seen significant growth since the 1980s. However, it has faced considerable criticism for its labour conditions, leading to concerns about workers’ well-being and rights.
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The Representation of the 1950s American Counterculture through Oral and Literary Phenomena
Read more: The Representation of the 1950s American Counterculture through Oral and Literary PhenomenaThis article talks about how post-war American society was awakened from its conservative haze of domestic bliss through the literary counterculture movement that emerged in San Francisco during the 1950s. It focuses on how the poem “Howl” by Allen Ginsberg challenged the contemporary censorship clampdown and emerged as an oral and literary phenomenon that went…
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Scent of Jasmine: A Revolution in Tunisia
Read more: Scent of Jasmine: A Revolution in TunisiaRampant corruption in the state and a declining standard of living sparked off a protest in Sidi Bouzid in central Tunisia that later spread across the Arab world, with demands for greater autonomy and democracy that came to be known as the Arab Spring. This article explores the various socio-economic issues which plagued Tunisia that…
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Confronting the Silence: Conversion Therapy and the Quest for Equality
Read more: Confronting the Silence: Conversion Therapy and the Quest for EqualityThe following article delves into the disturbing world of conversion therapy, an unethical practice that attempts to alter the sexual orientations of LGBTQ+ communities through pseudoscientific methods. Drawing from the recent revelations made by India’s first openly gay prince, Manvendra Singh Gohil, the article inquires into the distressing intersection of religion, science, and power that…
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Academic Freedom in Indian Educational Institutions
Read more: Academic Freedom in Indian Educational InstitutionsThis article explores the nuanced landscape of academic freedom within Indian educational institutions, offering insights into its historical context, present challenges, and potential trajectories. Against the backdrop of India’s diverse education system and historical evolution, this cornerstone of intellectual exploration has navigated a journey from colonial subjugation to post-independence autonomy. The article critically examines the…
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‘Uniformity’ in the Uniform Civil Code
Read more: ‘Uniformity’ in the Uniform Civil CodeThe 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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Queer ‘enlightenment’ in Indian society: Is current media representation enough?
Read more: Queer ‘enlightenment’ in Indian society: Is current media representation enough?The queer movement in India has gathered steam over the last decade, and made great strides in fighting for the recognition of queer people and to grant them rights; however, a hurdle they face is the lack of awareness amongst society and an unwillingness to accept them. Through popular culture in India, especially mainstream Bollywood…
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Understanding No-Confidence Motions: Holding Governments Accountable and Shaping Political Destinies
Read more: Understanding No-Confidence Motions: Holding Governments Accountable and Shaping Political DestiniesOn 26 July 2023, the Lok Sabha witnessed a significant political upheaval as the opposition parties united to raise a momentous no-confidence motion against the ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. This event exemplified the enduring importance of no-confidence motions in parliamentary systems and their potential repercussions on the nation’s governance.…
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Beyond Privilege: Marriage, Homosexuality and Hinduism
Read more: Beyond Privilege: Marriage, Homosexuality and HinduismMarriage should not be a privilege, but rather a right to which everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, has access. This article will shed light on the social, cultural, and religious understandings of marriage, the foundations of this institution, and how history has shaped our understanding of it. In light of the ongoing…
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