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Introduction: Unilateral sanctions refer to coercive economic, financial, or trade restrictions imposed by a single country (or a small group) outside multilateral frameworks like the United Nations Security Council, often to influence the strategic behaviour of other states. In recent years, their frequency has increased sharply, with the United States emerging as the dominant sanctioning

Introduction India’s LPG vulnerability highlights a deep structural imbalance in the country’s energy ecosystem rather than a temporary supply issue. • Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is a clean-burning hydrocarbon fuel (mainly propane and butane) widely used for cooking, heating, and industrial applications. In India, LPG has become the primary cooking fuel, especially after large-scale clean

Introduction: Delimitation refers to the readjustment of electoral constituency boundaries and allocation of seats in legislative bodies based on population changes, ensuring the democratic principle of “one person, one vote, one value.” In India, this process is constitutionally mandated under Articles 82 and 170(3) after every Census. However, a freeze on delimitation—first imposed through the

Introduction Women’s representation in Indian legislatures refers to the proportion and effectiveness of women’s participation in legislative and decision-making bodies. India presents a paradox where high female voter turnout coexists with low legislative representation. While women constitute nearly 50% of the population and have, in several states, matched or exceeded male voter turnout in recent

Introduction Judicial Inclusivity and Quality of Justice are closely linked in ensuring a fair and responsive legal system. Judicial inclusivity refers to the representation of diverse social groups—across gender, caste, region, religion, and professional backgrounds—within the judiciary, ensuring that the interpretation and delivery of justice reflects the lived realities of society. In India, concerns over

Delimitation in India refers to the process of redrawing boundaries of electoral constituencies to reflect changes in population, ensuring the principle of “one person, one vote, one value.” In India, it is carried out by a Delimitation Commission, with the last major exercise conducted in 2002 based on the 1971 Census, while seat allocation has

Introduction India’s economic vulnerability to external energy shocks is a growing concern in the context of global instability and rising crude oil prices. Energy security refers to the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price. India’s economic structure remains highly sensitive to external shocks due to its ~90% dependence on crude oil imports

Introduction Women’s Political Empowerment in India refers to the enhancement of women’s participation, representation, and influence in decision-making institutions, ensuring equality in governance. India’s journey reflects a gradual shift from grassroots inclusion to national-level representation. Women constitute nearly 48% of India’s population, yet their representation in the Lok Sabha remains around 15% (2024), highlighting persistent

Introduction: Financial inclusion refers to ensuring access to affordable and timely financial services—banking, credit, insurance, and pensions—to vulnerable sections, especially women and rural populations. Over the past decade, India has witnessed a structural expansion of financial inclusion through initiatives like Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), which has opened over 57 crore bank accounts, with