Digital Vigilantism and Lateral Surveillance: Ethical and Legal Challenges in the Indian Context Introduction: In the digital era, surveillance is no longer the sole domain of states and corporations; it is now practiced horizontally by individuals upon one another, a phenomenon termed lateral surveillance. Within this context, digital vigilantism—defined as the act of individuals or […]
Child Trafficking in Bihar: Causes, Challenges & Effective Policy Measures (GS Paper II – Governance, Social Justice and Social Welfare) Context: Child trafficking in Bihar is one of the gravest violations of human rights, inflicting physical, psychological and economic harm on its victims. In Bihar, this crime has surged, with thousands of girls coerced into
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Contractualization in India’s Formal Manufacturing Sector: Implications for Labour Productivity and Worker Welfare Introduction: Contractualization refers to the increasing reliance on temporary or contract-based workers, often hired through third-party contractors, in place of permanent workers within the formal sector. In recent decades, India’s formal manufacturing sector has witnessed a significant surge in the use of
Scope of Medical Activities for AYUSH Practitioners in India: Legal and Policy Insights GS Paper II – Governance and Social Sector (Health Policy and Regulation) Context: The debate over the scope of medical activities for AYUSH practitioners—particularly regarding their right to use the title “doctor” and prescribe modern medicines—has intensified in India. This growing controversy
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Ensuring Citizen-Only Electorate in India: Constitutional Role of Election Commission and Legal Safeguards Context: The foundation of India’s democratic process is adult suffrage, restricted to citizens only. Articles 324 and 326 of the Constitution vest the Election Commission of India (ECI) with the power to prepare and revise electoral rolls under continuous supervision. To safeguard
Electoral Roll Integrity in India: Impact of Non-Citizen Inclusions and Legal Remedies Electoral roll integrity is central to the foundation of India’s democratic framework. Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of a democratic polity, and the electoral roll ensures that only eligible citizens participate in choosing their representatives. According to Article 326 of the
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M.S. Swaminathan’s Vision for Mangrove Conservation and Climate Resilience M.S. Swaminathan played a pivotal role in placing mangrove conservation at the heart of global climate resilience strategies. Until the late 1980s, mangroves were valued mostly by coastal communities for local uses. But Swaminathan’s visionary leadership reshaped their identity into powerful ecological buffers for biodiversity, disaster
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Polyandrous Marriages in India: Tribal Traditions and Cultural Significance Polyandrous marriages—where one woman marries multiple men—remain a rare but culturally rich tradition in some tribal regions of India. While modern Indian society predominantly follows monogamous norms, these unique marriage systems reveal a fascinating blend of history, necessity, and cultural resilience. A Modern Example from Himachal
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Ensuring Electoral Inclusivity for Internal Migrants in India Ensuring Electoral Inclusivity for Internal Migrants in India Electoral inclusivity for internal migrants in India is increasingly under threat as outdated legal frameworks and rigid administrative practices fail to accommodate the realities of internal migration. The electoral system, established under the Representation of the People Act of
Jagdeep Dhankhar’s Resignation: Impact on Executive–Legislative Relations and Constitutional Autonomy Jagdeep Dhankhar’s Resignation: A Turning Point in Executive–Legislative Relations and Constitutional Autonomy Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation marks a historic moment in India’s political landscape, revealing the growing tensions between the executive and legislature, and raising urgent questions about the autonomy of constitutional offices. The Vice-President of
