The Main Issue with Lateral Entry in UPSC Recruitment
The lateral entry system, which introduces professionals with specialised knowledge into government roles, isn’t inherently problematic. It doesn’t matter which party introduced the concept. The key concern is that this system should only be implemented by a government that consistently promotes and supports professionalism among the officials at the helm of government institutions.
Why Excluding SC/ST ‘Creamy Layer’ is a Bad Idea
The Supreme Court’s recent verdict on the exclusion of the “creamy layer” from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) reservations has sparked controversy, with both the governing and opposition parties rightly expressing firm disagreement.
Why the Women’s Reservation Bill Isn’t Cause for Celebration Yet
The Women’s Reservation Bill was tabled in Parliament in 1996, the same year I was born. Now, at 27, I see it has finally passed. Yet, it won’t take effect until I’m 33. Beyond this glaring delay, I have two other criticisms, one apprehension and eight suggestions for the legislation to make a difference.