Category: GS 2
A critical view of the ‘sanitation miracle’ in rural India
India’s sanitation efforts have garnered global attention, but translating infrastructure gains into sustained behavioural change poses ongoing challenges.
What makes the India-France strategic partnership tick
India – France partnership, which is now moving from government domains to commercial and civil spaces, reflects maturity and resilience.
India’s new possibilities amid China’s relative economic decline
The article examines the debate surrounding China’s economic future and its consequence for the global order. It thereby lays focus on the implications for India and Asia as a whole.
Populism does not help public health
This article looks into public health challenges in India. It critiques the current system’s focus on immediate, politically motivated solutions over long-term preventive measures.
The burden of malnutrition
This article delves into the complex interplay between micronutrient deficiencies, particularly iron and vitamin A, and various health disorders, highlighting the multi-faceted approach needed to address this issue.
The women before us
75th Republic Day of India: Pre-independence feminist movements played a crucial role in guaranteeing women’s rights in the Constitution.
World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit 2024
The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) was recently held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.
Providing clean water to all
The article highlights the achievements and impact of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), a flagship initiative aimed at providing clean tap water to all rural households in India.
Semiconductor scheme
The article discusses the challenges and potential of India’s Design-Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme. This program aims to establish India as a major player in the global semiconductor industry.
Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (January 22) announced the ‘Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana’, a government scheme under which one crore households will get rooftop solar power systems.
Post Office Act, its unbridled powers of interception
The newly enacted Post Office Act, 2023 and Telecommunications Act, 2023 grant authorities broad powers to intercept postal items and telecommunication messages.
India’s policy frame is not focused on inequality
The interview revolves around the issues of poverty and inequality in India, the lack of data on extreme poverty since 2011, and the effectiveness of various government policies in addressing these issues.