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The Problems with Westphalian Nation-State System

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We all associate ourselves with various identities such as Indians, Chinese, Pakistani, Americans, Canadians, French, British and much more. Why do you think we all associate with all these more? Are there any other identities which people associate with?  The identities which I mentioned before are relatively new compared to other identities such as religion, language, caste, and various other identities. It is not to say that people never had such feelings towards nations or the state. But the idea of loyalty and love for the motherland was very important which offset various other identities. The question we are arriving at is what is the motherland, who made and how it formed.  What we refer to today as a Nation or Country refers to what we know in political science as a Nation-State. Today almost all the countries we know are categorised Nation-States and some even as State-Nations. International Relations and Political Science suggest that states are the most important a...
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News Capsule for the Month of November 2023

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  Following are the top news for the month.   If you wish to follow and get notifications of future articles, you can sign up using the email on the left sidebar.  Article of the month Kerala  Kerala HC appoints amicus in plea for vigilance probe into CM's daughter's financial transactions. Mop Up allotment to Integrated Five Year LL.B Course Kerala. Pazhayiddom Namboothiti will be present for Kerala School Kalolsavam this year as well.  Muslim groups laud CM Pinarayi Vijayan's efforts to quell hate campaign amid blast tragedy.  Suresh Gopi was accused of harassment by a  Journalist.  'Nobody touching, please keep away from me': Suresh Gopi tells media persons. Kerala Day is celebrated with a massive seven-day Keraleeyam fest.  KSU approached HC demanding reelection at Kerala Varma College. The court has asked for a recounting.  IUML to attend CPM's Palestine Solidarity Rally later refuses.  Thrissur diocese calls out against S...
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Feminism: The new way of pervert-ism

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- Joseph Jose and Archana P The word Feminism is not so uncommon today, in fact, it is quite popular. 'Feminism' might be a word which is often misunderstood by many and thus some oppose it thinking that it is a male-bashing ideology. However, as time passed and as the internet became more prevalent many were trying to gain the right information, thus making them 'feminists' rather than 'opposition to feminism'. The idea of gender equality is very much appealing and the world has taken a turn where it has become a matter of pride or rather a quotient of status to become a "Feminist". The growing empathy towards those who have suffered in life due to gender inequality has enabled them to make more followers for Feminism. Thus, this era can be considered as a transition period. Usually, in transition periods, most ideologies are seen with a skeptical eye and their implementation might create chaos. Feminism is not any different! As this idea sp...
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Is PM Modi a mirror reflection of his PR image?- A Podcast

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Greetings to all listeners and readers!! About The Guest  We have a guest for the podcast-  Thejas Krishna and Gautham Arun Laxman  Thejas is a third-year law student doing a bachelor's in law from Mar Gregorios College of Law. As a fervent enthusiast in Indian Politics. He keeps him up to date with the developments in Indian politics and it held him to participate in MUNs, debates and other dialogue events. Apart from these, he takes part in Moots as well as part of my law degree. He is also someone who reads and talks analytic philosophy and hence believes in the use of reason and logic as tools to discern the truth about anything and everything as truth is under no obligation to pacify your emotions.  Gautam Lakshman Arun has been an active member of MUN Circuits since 2016. He holds a 100% placement record for his MUN ventures which is an icing on the cake. He takes standing apart from the crowd as his mantra and it is pretty much reflected in terms of diplomacy,...
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The Election to Five Indian States- Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Mizoram

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We have now come to the most important state elections in India not only because of its numbers but also for multiple reasons. These are also the elections where the national parties are the strongest and local parties are weaker but are important. Most importantly, these elections are seen as the semi-final of the Lok Sabha or General elections that will happen in 2024. Additionally, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh are considered as the swing states of Indian Politics. They have always voted opposite to the national mood in state elections since 2003. This time we are yet to if this is the case too. Also, six months later, they will vote totally differently in national elections. With such peculiarity, this election is going to be tightly contested and fought.  Read the Newscapsule of the Month  Credits- The Indian Express Features of the Election The election will happen in the second half of November and the result will be officially out on 3rd December. On...
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