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Abortion Laws in India, Key Provisions and Women’s Reproductive Rights

Abortion laws in India are governed by the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, enacted in 1971. This legislation decriminalizes abortion under certain circumstances, aiming to protect women's health and ensure reproductive rights across the country. Check Details on Abortion...

Urbanisation in India and its Impact on Public Space

Context: A series of recent accidents in Indian cities, including building collapses, boiler blasts, and fires, have highlighted the issue of institutional failure in urban development. Recent Mishaps in Indian Cities Several recent incidents across Indian cities have highlighted potential...

Evolution of Human Rights in India, Types, Characteristics, Importance

Evolution of Human Rights Throughout history, the idea of human rights has been an evolving force, gradually taking shape and gaining momentum to become a cornerstone of modern societies. From ancient civilizations to the Enlightenment era's profound philosophies, the journey...

Delhi’s Waste Crisis: Challenges and Proposed Solution

Context Recently, the Supreme Court criticised the solid waste management (SWM) in New Delhi. Delhi has over 3,800 tonnes of untreated solid waste, which reaches landfills and poses threats to public health and the environment. Current Status of Delhi’s Solid...

Reservation within Constitutional Bounds

Context: Political conflict has erupted over reservation policy. Constitutional Basis of Affirmative Action for Reservation Social Justice and Equality: The Indian Constitution seeks social justice alongside equality (Articles 15 & 16) but allows the state to make special provisions for...

Hindu Population in India Dipped by 7.82 Percent

As per a new analysis by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (PM-EAC), the share of the Hindu population in India has dipped by 7.82 per cent while that of Muslims, Christians, and Sikhs has seen a rise...

Religion Based Reservation: A Legal View

Context: India is currently discussing key constitutional issues related to reservations in the context of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Constitutional Framework and Judicial Rulings Affirmative Action: The Indian Constitution facilitates affirmative action, including reservation, to correct historical injustices and...

Maternal Mortality Rates in India, State Wise Data and Current Trends

Maternal mortality in India is the maternal death of a woman in India during pregnancy or after pregnancy, including post-abortion or post-birth periods. The Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) quantifies the number of maternal deaths per 100,000 live births resulting from...

Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)

Context: The Rajya Sabha passed the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order Amendment Bill, 2024 and Constitution (Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes) Order Amendment Bill, 2024 to add new communities to the ST list. About Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) These groups...

India Ageing Report 2023, Key Findings, Challenges and Suggestions

In a groundbreaking collaboration, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) India, partnered with the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), recently unveiled the much-anticipated "India Ageing Report 2023." This comprehensive report delves into the challenges, opportunities, and institutional responses surrounding...