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Reservation in Private Universities, Need and Legal Framework

Context: The concept of implementing reservation in private universities and colleges is long overdue. Why Reservation in Private Universities/Higher Educational Institutions (PHEIs) Is Needed? To Address Deepening Educational Inequality: Higher education has become a tool for “effectively maintained inequality”, where...

Police Torture and Unaccountability in India

Context: Recently, Common Cause (NGO), in collaboration with the Lokniti Programme of the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS), released a comprehensive report on police torture and (un)accountability. What are the Nature of Police Violence and Torture in...

Transgender Community in India, Their Challenges and Government Initiatives

Context: International Transgender Day of Visibility, which is observed on March 31, highlights the challenges that transgender individuals face. About Transgender Community According to the World Health Organization, Transgender is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity and expression...

AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM)

Context: The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology of the British Government, along with the AI Security Institute, released the International AI Safety Report 2025. More In News The International AI Safety Report 2025 highlights the imminent risk posed by...

Child Adoption in India, Process and Challenges

Context: The Ministry of Women and Child Development and Central Adoption Resource Authority have started an initiative to celebrate November as Adoption Awareness Month to raise awareness about legal adoption. India has witnessed a significant improvement in child adoptions in...

Job Deficit in India, Challenges and Government Strategies

Context: Formal jobs shrinking due to AI, automation, & rising capital intensity. More in News Since 2017-18, India's working-age population has increased by 9 crore, but formal sector jobs have only risen by 6 crore, creating a deficit of 50...

Gender Gap in Household Chores Persists in Urban India

Context: In India, more urban women are entering paid employment, but the share of those doing unpaid household work has also increased. Increase in Paid Employment Urban women in paid work: Increased from 5% in 2019 to 18% in 2024...

Madrasa Education, History and Implications

Madrasa Education The term ‘madrasa’ simply means ‘school’ in Arabic. Historically, madrasas in India were not only religious institutions but also provided secular education, especially in areas where formal schooling was inaccessible. Many prominent Indian figures like Raja Ram Mohan...

AI Literacy in India, Significance, Challenges and Solution

Context: AI literacy is crucial for India’s future competitiveness and innovation, empowering individuals to engage with AI and avoid falling behind globally. AI Literacy: Significance Economic Competitiveness: AI literacy equips individuals with the skills to engage in and drive innovation,...

Women Safety in Public Spaces, Related Issues and Key Initiatives

Context: Despite stringent laws, women remain far from feeling safe in most public spaces. Women Safety in Public Spaces: Related Issues There are several key issues related to women safety in public spaces, including harassment, inadequate infrastructure, legal frameworks, and...