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EC’s new online Form 6 requirement raises questions over procedure and legality
The Election Commission has introduced a new parental declaration in the online version of Form 6, requiring fresh applicants to disclose whether their parents appeared in the last Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The change is not been reflected in the statutory Form 6 prescribed under the Registration of Electors Rules
One Nation, one election is a regression, a denial of democratisation of the marginalised
While electoral reforms and the question of social justice need to be centre stage, this path is not the way
Ashoka Controversy: Prof Gilles Verniers ‘Forced’ to Leave, Trivedi Centre Board Announces Dissolution
The Board was allegedly not informed and consulted regarding critical decisions regarding the Trivedi Centre for Political Data.
Reimagining Ram Rajya: A heartfelt letter to Lord Ram on Unity, Equality, and Compassion
In this seventh reflective letter, the Author explores the nuanced interpretations of Ram Rajya, juxtaposing it with other utopian visions from Indian culture. Through a contemplative dialogue with Lord Ram, the Author navigates the moral complexities surrounding the Ayodhya temple, urging a society grounded in genuine compassion and inclusivity beyond the confines of religious structures. Drawing from poetic visions of harmony and equality, the letter calls to embrace a more egalitarian society, embodying the true spirit of Lord Ram's compassion and justice. It is a plea for introspection and a return to values that foster unity in diversity.
Ghosi Bypoll: Sudhakar Singh’s Victory not Only SP’s Win but INDIA’s too, Says Akhilesh
Over two dozen ministers, along with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, had campaigned for ‘turncoat’ BJP candidate Dara Singh Chauhan.
Serious flaws in the Digital Personal Data Protection Act
The hurriedly passed “Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act violates all accepted norms of privacy and data protection while also bestowing unchecked powers on the union of India
India’s Poor Paid for G20 With Homes and Livelihoods Halted
More people will be left homeless and unemployed than before India decided to host the G20 Summit in Delhi.
J&K’s Keran Valley: An Old Man’s Divided Heart on This Side of the River
Aurangzeb, 85, was left alone when his family migrated during the peak of militancy. He was happy seeing his daughter on the other side, but failing vision has put a stop to that.
Assam eviction drive compels evicted women to take drastic steps
Women were compelled to strip as the second round of eviction in a year was attempted to take place at Silsako, Assam.
The Missing Indian Voter, how many crores of Indians are missing from the electoral rolls?
Indicators and micro studies suggest that from the vast numbers, possibly close to 13 crores of Indians missing from the electoral rolls, a vast percentage are women and significant sections are then Dalits and Muslims
India today has all the markers of a failing democracy. But the situation is not irreversible
AP Shah -
Former Delhi high court judge A.P. Shah stated that the rise of illiberal and communal forces in India is made possible, in part, by disillusionment with successive governments and compounded by a legal architecture that is permissive of abuse, and prejudices inherent in society.
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