Introduction India is a vast and diverse country marked by variations in language, culture, geography, and levels of economic development. While this diversity enriches national life, it also creates conditions for regional aspirations and grievances. Regionalism refers to a strong sense of identity and loyalty toward one’s region, sometimes expressed through demands for greater autonomy,…
Introduction Poverty is often narrowly understood as a lack of income. However, modern development thinking recognizes poverty as a multidimensional phenomenon involving deprivation of opportunities, capabilities, dignity, and basic rights. Nobel laureate Amartya Sen conceptualized poverty as a “capability deprivation,” emphasizing that real poverty lies in the inability of individuals to live lives they value….
Introduction India’s development journey is marked by sharp regional disparities. While some districts have achieved rapid socio-economic progress, many others remain trapped in cycles of poverty, weak infrastructure, poor health outcomes, and limited educational access. Recognizing this imbalance, the Government of India launched the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) in 2018 with the objective of accelerating…
Short intro (what it is):The National Institution for Transforming India, popularly known by its acronym NITI Aayog, is the Government of India’s premier policy think-tank and institutional mechanism for cooperative federalism. Formed to replace the old Planning Commission, NITI Aayog’s role is to provide strategic and technical advice, create knowledge and innovation platforms, and help…
Introduction The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) is India’s apex public policy think tank, established on 1st January 2015 by the Government of India. It replaced the Planning Commission, which had been in operation since 1950. The formation of NITI Aayog marked a significant shift from centralized planning to decentralized and cooperative federalism,…
Introduction India’s transformation into a globally significant economy depends on inclusive planning, decentralization, and sustainable practices. In this context, the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog), established in 2015, replaced the Planning Commission to better align with the needs of a dynamic and market-oriented economy. With the core principles of cooperative federalism, innovation, and…
Introduction Naxalism, also known as Left-Wing Extremism (LWE), is one of India’s most serious internal security challenges. Originating from the Naxalbari uprising in 1967, it has evolved into an armed insurgency affecting multiple states. The movement, driven by socioeconomic disparities, land disputes, and tribal rights issues, has led to violence, disruption of governance, and loss…