In the part I of the article, the author discusses genesis of the idea of freebies in the mainstream Indian politics. The author discusses the relevancy of the same vis-a-vis the point of view of an ordinary voter in line with the burden of freebies in state exchequer. Continue reading Free-Freebies or Paid-Freebies: Who Pays for it?(Part-I)
The Apex Court has unequivocally highlighted its quest to bid adieu to entrenched gender inequalities, especially the forms which stem from stereotypical notions. The author of this article analyses the landmark decision in Babita Puniya and inspects the gendered underpinnings of the ‘difficulties’ which are attributed to having women officers in command positions. Continue reading The Case for ‘She’roes in the Army: Unscrambling the Gendered Underpinnings through Babita Puniya
The intent of the author through this piece is to present a case in support of retaining Section 124A. To build the case, the piece is divided into two parts – Part –I give a brief legislative history and judicial interpretations of the provisions along with an understanding of the provision. Part II entails a critical analysis of commonly cited arguments made in favor of repealing the provisions. Finally, a conclusion is drawn along with suggestions. Continue reading A CASE IN SUPPORT OF RETAINING SECTION 124A (Part-2)
The intent of the author through this piece is to present a case in support of retaining Section 124A. To build the case, the piece is divided into two parts – Part –I give a brief legislative history and judicial interpretations of the provisions along with an understanding of the provision. Continue reading A CASE IN SUPPORT OF RETAINING SECTION 124A (Part-1)
In this article, the author analyses the pending U.S. Supreme Court case Carson v. Makin which delves into the complex question of whether state laws could prohibit funding to sectarian educational institutions, in an otherwise general funding aid scheme for secondary school students. The Court’s decision may have a consequential impact on funding for religious schools, requiring keen attention to First Amendment jurisprudence, owing to a complicated judicial history about the Free Exercise and Establishment clauses. This piece particularly comes in light of a line of recent decisions raising concern over discrimination against sectarian interests. Continue reading The Constitutionality of a Non-sectarian Requirement: The US Supreme Court’s Considerations on Religious Schools’ Funding
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