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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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Women Empowerment through Microfinance Schemes: A critique
Read more: Women Empowerment through Microfinance Schemes: A critiqueThe article assesses the various microfinance schemes introduced in South Asian and African countries for women to gauge the current outlook on women empowerment in that region. The article establishes that the provision of credit alone is not sufficient to enable women to make independent decisions regarding their financial and social trajectory.
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Electrifying India’s Roadmap: Unlocking the Potential of Lithium in Electric Vehicles
Read more: Electrifying India’s Roadmap: Unlocking the Potential of Lithium in Electric VehiclesWith improvements in battery technology, an expanding network of infrastructure for charging vehicles, and rising consumer demand, EVs are now a practical choice for many drivers worldwide. India is the third-largest vehicle market in the world, with a 7.1% GDP share. Anticipating a world dominated by electric vehicles, material scientists are working on two big…
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The Doctrine Of Separation Of Powers: Not the Best Course of Action for India?
Read more: The Doctrine Of Separation Of Powers: Not the Best Course of Action for India?The principles of democracy and freedom are ones that are inherently mentioned in the preamble of the Constitution. The makers of the Constitution had enforced a duty on the three organs of the government to uphold the same and to institute change in the society in parallel with societal needs. Throughout the course of this…
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State of the States: Bulletin (July 22-August 3, 2023)
Read more: State of the States: Bulletin (July 22-August 3, 2023)This is the second bi-weekly bulletin for the period from July 21- August 2, 2023.
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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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State of the States: Bulletin (July 6-20, 2023)
Read more: State of the States: Bulletin (July 6-20, 2023)Centre for New Economics Studies is keen to announce its new initiative, “State of the States: Paradiplomacy in India.” Through this initiative, we aim to explore the involvement of India’s state governments in the country’s foreign relations.
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Exploring Indian Mythological Tales from Unconventional Perspectives
Read more: Exploring Indian Mythological Tales from Unconventional PerspectivesIndian mythology is a reservoir of ancient narratives that have shaped the cultural and spiritual fabric of the nation. While traditional interpretations have long been the norm, delving into these mythological tales from unconventional perspectives offers fresh insights and a deeper understanding of the rich tapestry of Indian culture. This article examines the significance of…
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Global Warming from Fossil Fuels
Read more: Global Warming from Fossil FuelsThis paper will talk about the global warming effects mainly from the consumption of fossil fuels, specifically focusing on India.
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Superior Paternal Rights and Welfare Principles under Guardianship in India
Read more: Superior Paternal Rights and Welfare Principles under Guardianship in IndiaThis article aims to analyse the inconsistencies between the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 which governs all the citizens, and the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 which governs the Hindus. There is a discussion on various sections of both laws which collide and the historic references to these Acts. It also focuses on understanding…
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From Poverty to Prestige: Slum Displacements and Marginal Urbanism at the Time of G20
Read more: From Poverty to Prestige: Slum Displacements and Marginal Urbanism at the Time of G20Marginal urbanism often acts on social exclusion. Social exclusion in India has developed over caste and religion of communities. Dalits, Muslims and Adivasis occupy the poorest neighbourhoods in Indian cities. People belonging to minority communities are forced to occupy spaces of locational disadvantage, where they are recipients of inadequate sanitation, education and health care facilities…
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Common Democratic Principles: Strengthening US-Indian Relations
Read more: Common Democratic Principles: Strengthening US-Indian RelationsThis article examines the significance of shared democratic principles in fortifying the relationship between the United States and India. Despite potential skepticism, these common democratic ideals serve as the foundation for a strategic and mutually beneficial alliance as the world will witness during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States.
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