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Women Reservation Delimitation India: Impact of Seat Expansion and Political Power Shift Women Reservation Delimitation India is emerging as a crucial topic in Indian polity, especially after the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023, which introduces one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Combined with delimitation and seat expansion, this reform could […]

Systemic Vulnerabilities of India’s Healthcare Infrastructure in Addressing Waterborne Infections and Heat-Related Morbidities Introduction Climate change as a public health crisis reflects the interaction between environmental stressors and human health systems. According to global health assessments, nearly 3.6 billion people already live in highly climate-vulnerable settings, with India emerging as one of the most exposed

Small Modular Reactors in India: Role in Nuclear Energy Roadmap & Industrial Power Small Modular Reactors in India are emerging as a transformative solution in the country’s nuclear energy roadmap, offering low-carbon, reliable, and scalable power. As India aims to expand its nuclear capacity and achieve net-zero targets, SMRs play a crucial role in providing

FCRA Amendment Bill 2026: Key Provisions and Impact on Civil Society Organisations FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 marks a significant shift in India’s regulatory framework governing foreign contributions and civil society organisations. It raises critical questions regarding autonomy, transparency, and constitutional safeguards. Introduction The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) is a legislative framework governing the acceptance

Tension Between State Control and ECI Powers: Article 324 vs Seventh Schedule Explained ECI powers vs State control is a critical constitutional issue in India that highlights the delicate balance between federal autonomy and institutional independence. The conduct of elections in India rests on a delicate constitutional balance between federal autonomy and institutional independence. While

Artemis II Mission: NASA’s Historic Crewed Lunar Flyby After 54 Years Artemis II Mission marks a historic milestone in space exploration as NASA resumes human missions to deep space after more than five decades since the Apollo era. NASA Artemis II Mission: Current Context Historic Launch: NASA launched the Artemis II mission on April 1,

Post-Conflict Tribal Reconciliation in India: Ending Naxalism and Preventing Tribal Alienation Post-Conflict Tribal Reconciliation in India is essential as the country transitions from the decline of Left Wing Extremism (LWE), often referred to as Naxalism, towards sustainable peace and inclusive governance. Introduction Left Wing Extremism (LWE), often referred to as Naxalism, has historically represented an

Disaster Finance in India – Need for Geography-Based Risk Assessment Disaster Finance in India – Need for Geography-Based Risk Assessment Disaster Finance in India refers to the allocation of financial resources for preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery in disaster-prone regions. In India, this is largely guided by Finance Commission transfers to the State Disaster Response

    Preah Vihear Temple – UNESCO Site, Cambodia–Thailand Dispute & Architecture Preah Vihear Temple is an ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site that is currently facing structural damage following recent Cambodia–Thailand border tensions. About the Temple Built by the Khmer Empire atop a 525m cliff in the Dangrek Mountains Located along the Cambodia–Thailand border Originally

Modified UDAN Scheme – Features, Benefits & Aviation Growth in India Modified UDAN Scheme – Features, Benefits & Aviation Growth in India Modified UDAN Scheme has been approved by the Union Cabinet with a ₹28,840 crore outlay (2026–2036) to strengthen India’s aviation ecosystem and improve regional connectivity. Modified UDAN Scheme The Union Cabinet has approved