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Rethinking Women's Reservation Bill–A call for bottom-up empowerment

siasat.com  |  31-10-2023

The Women’s Reservation Bill of 2023 marks a significant stride in Indian politics towards gender parity. While addressing historic underrepresentation, it raises valid concerns about delayed implementation, potential exclusions of ma...

Wrestling with diplomacy–The Indo-Canadian state of affairs

siasat.com  |  23-10-2023

The diplomatic ties between India and Canada, marked by historical resonances and economic shifts, face newer challenges amidst the Khalistani controversy. While their economic relationship thrives with a burgeoning trade surplus, recent di...

Legislature remains exempt from efforts to empower the marginalised

siasat.com  |  19-10-2023

The Supreme Court's recent guidebook, challenging gender bias in legal language, notably marks discriminatory terms like "adulteress" and suggests alternatives, fostering a more inclusive judicial environment. Despite this, th...

Insights from Claudia Goldin's research on women’s labour market outcomes

siasat.com  |  12-10-2023

Claudia Goldin's Nobel Prize-winning research highlighted the nuanced dynamics of women's labour market outcomes, revealing a U-shaped relationship between female workforce participation and economic growth. In India, this U-curve t...

Dismantling the myth of Muslim population boom in India

siasat.com  |  30-09-2023

The discourse around India's Muslim population boom has been fueled by politicised statistics, instigating fears of Muslims outnumbering Hindus. Although Muslims show higher fertility rates, a nuanced analysis reveals a fast decline in ...

Remembering Statutory Injustice Against Nomadic Tribes

Tanvi Rupakula  |  26-09-2023

The 71st Tribal Liberation Day is a day for celebration, but also an occasion for the country to reckon with the tragic living legacy left behind by the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871. August 31st marks the 71st Tribal Liberation Day, or th...

Towards Inclusivity: Assessing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

Moumita Barman  |  25-09-2023

Abstract: This article examines the challenges and progress in India's disability rights, focusing on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act of 2016 compared to the earlier 1995 Act. It also explores the two models of disability, a...

Conquering Congestion: Using Technology to Solve Transportation & Traffic Problems

Mohd. Amaan Khan  |  25-09-2023

Abstract India, a land of bustling cities and an ever-growing population faces numerous challenges regarding traffic management and transportation. The need for efficient and sustainable mobility solutions has become more critical than e...

Addressing India's Lok Sabha seat allocation challenge

siasat.com  |  07-08-2023

Lok Sabha's representation disparities due to frozen delimitation raise concerns. Using census data from 1976 until 2026, frozen figures could misallocate seats. Southern states might lose 24 seats to Northern states by 2031, impacting ...

Supporting the elderly: Strategies for ageing population

siasat.com  |  02-08-2023

The global rise in elderly populations poses diverse challenges, notably in healthcare, emotional well-being, and financial stability. Nations implement healthcare enhancements, age-friendly infrastructures, and social initiatives. Prioriti...