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Workers, Peasant and Tribal Movements in British India Indigo Revolt (1859-60) The Indigo revolt of Bengal was directed against British planters who forced peasants to take advances and sign fraudulent contracts which forced the peasants to grow Indigo under terms which were the least profitable to them. The revolt began in Govindpur village … Read more
The Shadow Economy: Unmasking Tax Evasion and its Global Impact Tax evasion, the deliberate act of avoiding or minimizing tax obligations, casts a long shadow over global economies. It undermines government revenue, distorts markets, and fuels inequality. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of tax evasion, exploring its various forms, motivations, and consequences. We … Read more
The Nagaland Accord: A Complex History and Uncertain Future Introduction The Nagaland Accord, signed in 2015, aimed to end the decades-long insurgency in Nagaland, a state in Northeast India. The accord, however, has been shrouded in controversy and uncertainty, with its implementation facing numerous challenges. This article delves into the historical context of the Naga … Read more
Empowering Change: Exploring Dalit Capitalism Introduction The term “Dalit Capitalism” has emerged as a potent symbol of hope and aspiration within the Dalit community in India. It represents a paradigm shift, a conscious effort to break free from the shackles of historical oppression and economic marginalization. This article delves into the complexities of Dalit Capitalism, … Read more
Age structure, sex ratio and Rural-Urban composition of India Rural-Urban Composition: For the first time since Independence, the absolute increase in Population is more in urban areas that in rural areas Rural Population in India: 68.84% Urban Population in India:31.16% Level of Urbanization increased from 27.81% in 2001 Census to 31.16% in 2011 Census The … Read more
The Role of the Media and Investigative Journalism in Combating Corruption Media reporting in general, and especially investigative journalism by affiliated or independent journalists, or indeed non-governmental organisations (NGOs), are among the most important sources of public awareness-raising on corruption. Media reporting is an essential source of detection in corruption cases, either for … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Buddhism. Self-Respect Movement The anti-Brahmin crusade got a further impetus when E. V. Ramaswamy Naicker, popularly known as Periyar, joined the anti-Brahmin movement. Naicker, who actively participated in the Non-Cooperation movement, broke with the Congress in 1924 to develop an anti-Brahmin, anti-caste populist and radical alternative … Read more
The Significance of Directive Principles: A Guiding Light for India’s Socio-Economic Development The Indian Constitution, a landmark document crafted in the aftermath of colonial rule, stands as a testament to the nation’s aspirations for a just and equitable society. While the Fundamental Rights enshrined in Part III of the Constitution guarantee individual liberties and freedoms, … Read more
Corruption: NATURE Like that of several other socio-economic offences, corruption stands out as an offence which affects the community as a whole. It is not just an offence between the perpetrator of a traditional crime like murder, theft or rape and an innocent victim. In fact and reality the bribe-giver and the bribe-taker are equally … Read more
The Gradual Erosion of Values and Ethics: A Silent Crisis in Modern Society The world today is a tapestry woven with threads of progress and peril. While we celebrate advancements in technology, medicine, and communication, a silent crisis is unfolding: a gradual erosion of values and ethics. This erosion, often subtle and insidious, manifests in … Read more