The Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023: Implications for Electoral Independence
Free and fair elections are fundamental to the functioning of a democratic system.
Category Governance and Law
Avoid Selective Invocations of Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Legacy
Jawaharlal Nehru wrote: “Reservation… will promote inefficiency and mediocracy.” I often wonder if this was a reason for denying B R Ambedkar a dignified space in the corridors of power. Did the Congress think so little of us, the Dalits? Did Ambedkar resign because he felt neglected or because he became the voice of Dalits and women?
Parliament Debate on the Constitution: Subverted Spirit
The debate in parliament on the Indian constitution did not rise to the occasion. Neither side focused on how it has helped India stay together as one nation...
EPF Pension Controversy: Accountability and the Role of the Central Provident Fund Commissioner
TK ARUN Should the Central Provident Fund Commissioner be sent to jail? He is culpable of multiple offences: one, contempt of the Supreme Court, two, administering mental torture to about 17 lakh pension applicants who have applied for higher pension,…
The Limits of Judicial Duty: Justice Chandrachud and Constitutional Challenges
When all else fails, judiciary has to shoulder the responsibility of upholding constitutional ideals; its shoulders clearly are not broad enough for this
Insights of Farmers Ongoing Protest
Farmers protest annually for fair prices and wages. Minimum Support Price and its impact on various crops are key issues. Small farmers struggle with low incomes and market access. Loan waivers offer limited relief. Policy debates focus on balancing farmer needs with market realities. The government faces challenges in supporting farmers while managing the budget.
The Maritime Anti-Piracy Act, 2022
Piracy is not a new concern. It remains a serious issue in global shipping, particularly in the Indian Ocean, which is a major global shipping route.