India’s Path to Methane Mitigation: Strategic Considerations for COP29

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Introduction COP29 Summit: From November 11 to 22, 2024, the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP) will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan. Primary Agendas: Establishing a new global climate finance goal known as the new collective quantified goal (NCQG). A strong focus on methane diplomacy, emphasizing methane reduction as a central climate action due to methane’s potent impact on global warming.…

Addressing Gender Disparity in the Indian Judiciary: Challenges and Reforms

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General Studies Paper 1 (GS1): Indian Society- Role of Women and Women’s Organizations Introduction The Indian judiciary faces a significant gender imbalance, especially at higher levels. Despite improvements in entry-level recruitment, women remain underrepresented in High Courts and the Supreme Court. This lack of representation is not just a structural issue; it reflects a broader societal imbalance and impedes a balanced approach to justice,…

Section 6A Of The Citizenship Act

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Context: In a landmark ruling, a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court on October 18 upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955 (1955 Act) which laid out an exclusive regime for migrants in Assam from erstwhile East Pakistan (present Bangladesh) to obtain Indian citizenship as long as they entered India…