Freebie or Freedom? Tamil Nadu’s Free Bus Travel Scheme for Women
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Freebie or Freedom? Tamil Nadu’s Free Bus Travel Scheme for Women

Few have tried to understand the significance of the free bus travel scheme that a handful of states have introduced. In Tamil Nadu the benefits for women have been definite and palpable, though issues like poor frequency of women-only buses need to be addressed.

Varanasi’s Muslim Silk-Weavers Battle Mechanisation, Communalism and Politics
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Varanasi’s Muslim Silk-Weavers Battle Mechanisation, Communalism and Politics

The total weaving population, including artisans and master weavers or gaddidaars, is estimated to be close to 3 lakh. But these numbers are gradually dwindling. On the factors leading to the decline in this once-thriving industry.

The Constitution Isn’t a Colonial Imposition – It Emerged from a Great Mass Movement
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The Constitution Isn’t a Colonial Imposition – It Emerged from a Great Mass Movement

The Indian constitution institutionalises the ideals of democracy. Left to itself, democracy can go completely haywire. It can be reduced to elections – as it has been in today’s India. Without a constitution, we will never know that there is more to democracy than just elections.

On Mahua Moitra and Panel’s Disqualification Recommendation: Today’s Draupadi Will Not Stand Alone – 2 Articles
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On Mahua Moitra and Panel’s Disqualification Recommendation: Today’s Draupadi Will Not Stand Alone – 2 Articles

The decision to expel Mahua Moitra smacks of political vendetta, says a Hindu editorial. Also: ‘More power to Mahua Moitra. Know that you are not alone! And for those of you reading, speak up. For today it’s her, tomorrow it will be one of us.’