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The Never Ending Debate on Reservation in India

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When we say the word, reservation everyone means and refers specifically to caste-based reservation.  Reservation is applicable in educational institutions and in government jobs, PSUs, at the governmental level, politics, and administration. But in India, it opens up for a variety of debates in India on society, economics, and justice.  Why Reservation and specifically Caste-based Reservation? Countries around the world have various types of affirmative actions, and in India, it is primarily through reservation. Due to the backwardness and historic disadvantages faced, India has a system of caste-based reservation, enshrined in the Constitution of India, yet has been practised since the 1932 Poona Pact. It tries to undo the historical injustices, remove existing caste discrimination, and give equal opportunity to all. The constitutional objective of reservation is adequate representation of historically excluded communities, not poverty alleviation.  Even though Art...
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News Capsule For The Month of January 2025

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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 state budget likely on February 7. CM Pinarayi Vijayan says that Sree Narayana Guru was not a proponent of Sanatana Dharma. Peta held a massive event in Kochi targeting seafood.  Kerala to get 20 coaches in Vandebharat in the state.  Tension at Kochi Archbishop House as laity clash with police. The frequency of Water Metro between the Vytilla and Kakkanad routes increased.  Kerala court awards death penalty to Greeshma in Sharon Raj Murder case.  Man-eater tiger found dead in Wayanad. India  Modi govt has cancelled the release of the 3rd edition of the biennial Good Governance Index.  Gujarat HC raps law machinery for invoking the POCSO Act in a molestation case 8 years after FIR. Delhi assembly elections on February 5, results to be declared ...
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Higher Education Opportunities Abroad and How is it different from India- A Podcast

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Greetings to all listeners and readers!! Higher education in India refers to college education or getting UG, PG or Doctoral Degrees. Today a record number of students from across the country are choosing abroad as their Higher Education Destination. Studying abroad for a rewarding job and settling there is a dream for everyone. The lack of proper oversight, information and guidance can derail your dream. This podcast episode is aimed at guiding you to choose the career of your choice through experience sharing.  Our Newscapsule Article of the Month  About The Guest Venkatakrishnan-  He has successfully completed a dual Master’s degree in International Relations, which was awarded jointly by the University of Bristol and Christ University. His intellectual pursuits span various disciplines, including philosophy, astronomy, international relations, and psychology. Disclaimer-   All the opinions presented are of the respective speakers in their personal capacity and do...
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