Election Insights: Voters in Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh Reject the Allure of Freebies
From cultural nationalism to civic nationalism, the idea of the nation has permeated the consciousness of voters and forms the basis of their electoral decision.
Category Governance and Law
The Fallout of Congress and Its Consequences
The Congress rout in these elections diminishes its ability to dictate terms to the rest of the INDIA alliance, and reduces its overall credibility.
Chinese Expansionism in Bhutan: A Threat to India’s Security
In 1910, China’s warlord Zhao Erfeng dreamt of controlling the five Himalayan states of Tibet, Bhutan, Ladakh, Nepal and Sikkim. China’s current leadership has stepped up efforts to fulfil that dream, with the latest inroads being made in Bhutan.
Silent Architects: Founding Women’s Role in Shaping the Justness of the Constitution
The founding women recognised how Constitution could be an agent of social change. In the same, the Women’s Reservation Bill could pave the way for women’s empowerment.
The Intriguing Dynamics of the US Presidential Election: A Critical Analysis
A year from now, the US will have a new President but the nation's electoral challenge is getting curiouser and curiouser. An incumbent President, despite all his efforts, is unable to generate enthusiasm and a potential challenger is unable to get any relief from the courts. And the two main political parties seem rudderless. There are a number of ostensible challengers to President Joe Biden among the Democrats and in the Republican ranks. But no one has been to make a breakthrough of the kind that is usually expected at this stage in the election cycle. American democracy looks stale and tired precisely at a time when it should be leading the march in salvaging the credentials of the western democratic model.
LPPYF Law and Public Policy Youth Fellowship
IMPRI (Impact and Policy Research Institute), based in New Delhi, is proud to introduce its dynamic and forward-thinking program, the Law and Public Policy Youth Fellowship (LPPYF). Designed to span two enriching months during the upcoming summer, this fellowship is dedicated to delving into the intricate interplay of social, legal, and policy issues. LPPYF's mission is to provide an immersive learning experience that bridges social and legal perspectives. Throughout the program, fellows will have the invaluable opportunity to explore various dimensions of law and policies, receive training in legal methodologies, engage in hands-on action research in the field for two weeks, and ultimately prepare a comprehensive report based on their findings. Importantly, participants will have the chance to interact with a multitude of legal, thematic, and distinguished public policy experts.
India’s Potential to Foster a Resolution in the Israel-Palestine Conflict
The October 7 attacks by Hamas on Israeli civilians were widely condemned. Except for a few countries like Iran, which also distanced itself, most Arab countries were disconcerted and uncomfortable. Israel's right to defend itself was broadly acknowledged. But growing cruelty, continued bombardment, the siege of Gaza and disruption and denial of essential supplies with rampant death and destruction of Palestinians have dented the sympathy for Israel. This was also evident in the statements of Israel’s close friends, including the United States. President Joe Biden dashed for an awkward day-long visit to express his unstinting support to Benjamin Netanyahu with all the moral and material supplies in abundance.