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India’s Roadmap to Viksit Bharat and Net Zero: Key Insights from NITI Aayog Reports

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Introduction NITI Aayog — India’s premier policy think tank — has published a series of analytical reports envisioning long-term transformation pathways for India. Two interconnected visions are central: These reports explore alternate scenarios, policy levers, economic trajectories, climate action pathways, and the interplay between development and sustainability. The goal is to inform policymakers, planners, civil…

Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025: A Global Mirror of Governance, Integrity, and Public Trust

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In 2025, Transparency International released the latest edition of its flagship global ranking — the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). The index assessed 182 countries and territories, measuring perceived levels of public-sector corruption on a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). More than just a ranking exercise, CPI 2025 offers critical insights into…

Judicial Regulation of Religious Practices in India

Faith, Rights, and the Constitution: Recent Judicial Interventions Explained

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Introduction Religious diversity is one of the defining features of India. The Constitution guarantees freedom of religion while simultaneously committing the State to equality, dignity, and secular governance. This dual commitment often brings courts into sensitive disputes involving rituals, temple management, and denominational rights. Recent judicial observations—particularly from the Madras High Court—have once again highlighted…

Sex Ratio Among India’s Tribal Communities Is More Favorable to Women Than Among Scheduled Caste

Sex Ratio Patterns in India: Why Tribal Communities Fare Better Than Scheduled Castes

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The sex ratio — defined as the number of females per 1,000 males — is a key demographic indicator reflecting gender equity, social norms, health outcomes, and cultural practices within a population. In India, data from the Census of India and National Family Health Surveys (NFHS) consistently show that many tribal groups (often referred to…

Is Population Growth the Cause of Poverty or Is Poverty the Main Cause of Population Increase in India?

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A Critical Examination Introduction India’s demographic reality has long been at the center of debates about socio-economic development. With a population exceeding 1.4 billion, India is projected to become the world’s most populous country. At the same time, poverty remains a persistent challenge — despite decades of economic growth, millions of Indians continue to live…

Impact of Recent Amendments on the Autonomy of the Right to Information Regime

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Introduction The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 is widely regarded as one of India’s landmark laws aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and democratic participation. It provides citizens with the legal right to seek information from public authorities, thereby making governance more open and responsive. Central to this framework are the Information Commissions—the Central Information…

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India’s Roadmap to Viksit Bharat and Net Zero: Key Insights from NITI Aayog Reports

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