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Empowering Denotified and Nomadic Communities in India: Addressing Marginalisation and Promoting Social Inclusion

Ranjan Chatterjee  |  19-04-2024

Abstract This article focuses on the marginalisation experienced by De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-nomadic (DNT) communities in India, and the challenges they face in their efforts to be socially included. The article highlights their ex...

The Rise of European Right-Wing Populism and its Implications for LGBTQ+ Rights: A Comparative Analysis of Poland Versus Sweden’s Attitudes Toward Queer Communities

Jaya Field  |  19-04-2024

Abstract This paper examines the factors causing some European Union (EU) member states to enforce queer rights while others do not, drawing on Sweden and Poland as countries on opposite ends of the LGBTQ+ norm pioneer spectrum. The pape...

Democracy and environmental responsibility: Rethinking India's electoral practices

siasat.com  |  15-04-2024

As India braces for the upcoming General Elections amidst looming climate challenges, it confronts the environmental toll of electoral activities. Unabated pollution, particularly from non-biodegradable campaign materials, exacerbates exist...

The Future of Multilateralism: Navigating Crossroads of Challenges and Cooperation

Manisha Sharma  |  12-04-2024

The concept of multilateralism stands at a crossroads where nations collaborate to address global challenges. While facing challenges, the increasing interconnectedness of the world and the severity of global issues highlight the continued ...

Academics: A Falling Domain?

Vyomkesh Bhatt  |  12-04-2024

Abstract The article explores the difficulties that modern academia is experiencing, emphasizing a transition from enthusiastic exploration to administrative responsibilities and shallow interactions. The proposal suggests using qualitat...

Corporate funding in politics needs transparency

siasat.com  |  10-04-2024

Corporate funding in Indian politics, spanning from pre-independence to modern electoral innovations, raises concerns about undue influence and public trust. Despite regulatory efforts, issues persist, highlighted by recent events like the ...

Empowering women: A call to action for inclusive growth

siasat.com  |  27-03-2024

This op-ed mentions the National Conference on Gender and Inclusion hosted by the Centre for Development Policy and Practice in collaboration with Goonj, Presidency University, Digital Empowerment Foundation, and MANUU held on 14 March 2024...

Targeted action on Child Malnutrition is needed Urgently

siasat.com  |  16-03-2024

Malnutrition in India presents a multifaceted challenge, affecting millions of children. Recent studies highlight alarming rates of "zero-food children," while NFHS-5 data underscores pervasive issues of stunting, wasting, and und...

Protests of farmers rise in EU; they target climate change and Neoliberal agri-policies

siasat.com  |  11-03-2024

Global farmer protests, seen recently in India and Europe, spotlight discontent with agricultural policies. European farmers resist climate regulations, aligning with far-right parties. Despite declining GDP contributions, high-income count...

How do Indians spend money? Insights from the long-awaited CE Survey

siasat.com  |  06-03-2024

The long-awaited Consumption Expenditure Survey 2022-23 in India reveals significant rural-urban disparities in household expenditures. With a focus on Monthly Per Capita Expenditure (MPCE), the survey highlights a 71% higher spending in ur...