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What are the proposed amendments to the Whistle Blowers Act? Do they defeat the very purpose of the legislation? Discuss

The proposed amendment bill prohibits reporting corruption related disclosures if the it falls under 10 categories like information relating to economic, scientific interests and security of country, cabinet...

December 28, 2023

It is argued by some that the office of Governor needs to be abolished as it has outlived its relevance. Critically examine in the context of India.

The governor is the executive head of the state, who is appointed by the President and remains on his position during the pleasure of the President. The post...

December 27, 2023

Highlighting the role played by ASHA workers, discuss the challenges faced by them in the public health system of India.

ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers are vital touch points, where public health policies are realized into outcomes. Role played by ASHA workers: Increased awareness on health issues....

December 27, 2023

Explain the significance of credit rating agencies in India and highlight the issues in their working.

Credit rating Agencies are corporate bodies registered under SEBI Act 1992. They work to provide ratings to corporate bonds, debentures, shares, etc. Credit rating is an assessment of...

December 27, 2023

How non-state actors bend foreign policies of countries? Critically discuss while keeping India's neighbourhood in focus.

Non-state actors, such as international NGOs and multinational corporations(MNCs) play a very important role in foreign policy in the globalized world. This help in forging the relationship between...

December 27, 2023

Economic empowerment alone cannot provide social security; social empowerment is needed along with it. Discuss in the context of India.

Directive Principles of State Policy in India talk about social security, which is hampered due to various issues that vulnerable sections face. Social security means: Income security Maintain...

December 26, 2023

Hydrogen-based energy production can play a key role in a clean, secure, and affordable energy future. In this context, identify the potential and opportunities for utilizing hydrogen-based technologies. What are the challenges that need to be addressed to fulfill the potential?

Hydrogen-based energy production makes use of hydrogen fuel cells by electrochemical reactions to generate heat & energy. Potential and opportunities for utilizing Hydrogen energy: Source of clean energy...

December 26, 2023

To what extent, the doctrine of basic structure has established the Judicial Supremacy in the area of "amendment of the Constitution"? Explain.

The Constitution makers had given the power to amend the Constitution in the hands of the Parliament by making it neither too rigid nor too flexible with a...

December 26, 2023

What are the major factors that contribute to the geopolitical significance of the Indian Ocean? Critically examine in the light of current geopolitics and implications of the same for India.

The Indian Ocean is the only ocean which is named after a country and it is primarily due to the strategic position of India in the region. It...

December 26, 2023

Despite of so many years passed of establishment of Inter-state Council, it remains an underutilized and ignored constitutional body. Discuss critically.

Till 1967, most states in India were under rule of a common party {Congress} and it was easier to resolve inter-state disputes. After 1967, other parties or coalitions...

December 26, 2023

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