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The concept of a regulatory state is still evolving. Scholars across the globe have multiple perspectives on it. Jordana and Faur (2005) have suggested three possible definitions of a regulatory state. First is the minimalist notion, which signifies that it is nothing but a subject of discussion for intellectuals to present their diverse perspectives about… Continue reading How much regulation is too much regulation to tag India as a regulatory state?
Public policy is a set of laws, regulations, directives, and budget allocations that governments or their representatives put in place to achieve public good goals. This process is an iterative one, with many players involved, leading to a policy determined by various interests and options. This also means that government policies are continually changing. As… Continue reading The Formulation And Development of Public Policies In India
Armed conflicts can have significant and enduring effects on the environment. Their adverse effects can be severe and widespread, ranging from eradicated forests and other habitats to polluted soil and water. The disruption of environmental management systems and the inability to access natural resources can also have detrimental effects on the health of people and… Continue reading Environmental Destruction during Armed Conflicts: Lessons from Sudan
Abstract The problem of underdeveloped investment markets has been a significant cause of concern in developing countries. In a country like India, where infrastructural projects often have long gestation periods and are subjected to high risks, they do not receive adequate investment. Asymmetric information and adverse selection emerging due to ambiguity in risk assessment lead… Continue reading The Problem of Underdeveloped Investment Markets in Developing Countries
The Supreme Court, in its landmark judgment in the NALSA vs Union of India case, interpreted ‘dignity’ under Article 21 of the Constitution to include diversity in self-expression which allowed a person to lead a dignified life. Within this larger debate of dignity and access to livelihood, the right to mobility becomes crucial as it… Continue reading Trans-mobility: Moving beyond gender binaries in mobility
Long ago, I came across one of the many sharp takes on India’s license permit raj history by the erudite economist and columnist Swaminathan Aiyar. He claimed that India got rid of the license raj in 1991, but the permit raj continues to haunt us. More than three decades since we did away with the… Continue reading The License-Permit Raj Strikes Again
“ Liberalism is the trust of the people tempered by prudence. Conservatism is distrust of the people tempered by fear. ~William E. Gladstone Preamble The economic and strategic interests of a country are often inextricably intertwined. In the modern world, no country can ignore its economic interest and growth since they also have a bearing… Continue reading The Foreign Economic Policy of A Rising India
India’s mega-cities like Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Bengaluru are no strangers to occasional flooding following heavy rains. These often rake up never-ending debates on and off social media regarding the effectiveness of municipal administrations and the callousness of cash-rich corporations. While it is an annual affair, it merits consideration for those concerned about urban space… Continue reading Getting Urban Economics Right to Make our Cities more Resilient
Public policies in India are more inclusive today, thanks to aware and responsible governance by a proactive government. The flip side of inclusivity is uncertainty; stimulated by policymaking that could become noisier, and stand the risk of being disrupted by populist causes. Public policy in the Indian business context faces its litmus test in correctly harnessing… Continue reading The Role of Public Policies in Governing Business
Introduction India is susceptible to wide scale climate change-related risks due to its various climate zones, topography, and ecosystems. The Global Climate Risk Index 2021i calls India the 7th most affected nation due to climate change. As per the State of India’s Environment in Figures 2022ii India reported 280 heatwave days (the highest in 12… Continue reading India’s Climate Change Policy: Challenges and Recommendations
