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Navigating South Asian Realities: Public Policy and the Role of IMPRI South Asian Studies Centre (SASC)

Navigating South Asian Realities: Public Policy and the Role of IMPRI South Asian Studies Centre (SASC)

South Asia, a region rich in cultural diversity, historical significance, and complex geopolitical dynamics, presents a unique canvas for the interplay of public policy and societal development. Public policies shape the trajectory of nations within South Asia, addressing challenges, fostering cooperation, and promoting sustainable growth. The IMPRI South Asian Studies Centre stands as a catalyst, fostering evidence-based policy discussions, research, and initiatives in this region of immense importance.
The 2015 India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement: Is it effective or merely symbolic?

The 2015 India – Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement : Is it effective or merely symbolic?

The dispute between India and East Pakistan regarding enclaves (small pieces of lands located within one state but actually belonging to the other state) has been a matter of concern since the time of India's independence. The problem became grave post the formation of Bangladesh in 1971. There were attempts on the part of both the states to resolve the issue with no permanent solution. However, the ultimate decision to arrive at a feasible understanding was made in 2015 through the Land Boundary Agreement. Now the question which remains is whether the agreement has settled the dispute or has it been merely a symbolic step to portray to the world the friendly relation between the two states?
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Video: Remembering Manoj Misra

Remembering Manoj Misra | #InMemoriam | IMPRI #WebPolicyTalk VIDEOS & AUDIOS YouTube Live Video: YouTube HQ Video: Spotify | Google Podcasts #IMPRI Center for Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development (CECCSD), IMPRI Impact and Policy Research Institute, New…

On the 14th of June, 2022, the Defense Minister, Rajanath Singh launched the Agnipath Scheme (Agnipath Yojana) as a tour-of-duty style scheme for the recruitment of youths as soldiers into the three services of the armed forces as Agniveers for four years period. It follows a Pan India merit-based recruitment where the youths are even given an opportunity to apply for enrolment in a regular cadre, wherein up to 25% of the Agniveers can be selected as regular cadre through a central, transparent, and regular system after four years. These youths are subject to attractive monthly emoluments and a handsome “Seva Nidhi” package.

Agnipath Scheme: Paving Way to Atmanirbhar Bharat

On the 14th of June, 2022, the Defense Minister, Rajanath Singh launched the Agnipath Scheme (Agnipath Yojana) as a tour-of-duty style scheme for the recruitment of youths as soldiers into the three services of the armed forces as Agniveers for four years period. It follows a Pan India merit-based recruitment where the youths are even given an opportunity to apply for enrolment in a regular cadre, wherein up to 25% of the Agniveers can be selected as regular cadre through a central, transparent, and regular system after four years. These youths are subject to attractive monthly emoluments and a handsome “Seva Nidhi” package.
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Video: Rise of Bangladesh: Implications for India’s North-EastVideo:

Rise of Bangladesh: Implications for India’s North-East | Panel Discussion | #DiplomacyDialogue | IMPRI #WebPolicyTalk #IMPRI Center for International Relations and Strategic Studies (CIRSS), IMPRI Impact and Policy Research Institute, invites you to an IMPRI #WebPolicyTalk event, as a part of…