Swanky Buildings and ‘Net Zero’ Academics Is Modi’s Model for Nalanda University
There are not many who are willing to enrol at the university and pay the fees.
Lifting the Veil: Women’s Rights Under Islamic Law
This paper attempts to examine the following questions. Does Islam provide for gender equality? To what extent this equality of sexes is found in practice in Islamic societies? Are there any deviations from the scriptural precepts of gender equality? What reformative measures have been undertaken in Muslim countries to improve the status of women by enacting laws?
The Dream of a Thing: Refounding the Economy of a Venezuelan Commune
In a vividly drawn account of El Maizal Commune, the author provides readers with a window into the inner workings of a community refounded with an eye toward building a new “alternative communal economy.” The task is not only revolutionary, but liberating and creative. Also: ‘Maduro Appoints El Maizal’s Ángel Prado Minister of Communes’.
What Is to Be Done About Unemployment?
An increase in government expenditure financed by larger wealth and inheritance taxation provides the easiest and most direct route to the generation of larger employment in the economy.
Mothers and the Labour Market: Why India Needs to Re-Imagine Child Care Now
The conflict of work and childcare for mothers compels them to remain out of the labour market. It is time for fresh dialogue on this.
Macron and Le Pen – Not a Duel, More Like a Duet!
European elections are going ahead on 9th June and shedding a sharp light on the political crisis in France. The far-right National Rally (formerly the National Front) is leading in the polls. Macron is claiming his candidates are the only alternative to the far right.
The Pancha Vásquez Commune
A three-part series on the history and productive activities of the Pancha Vásquez Commune in Venezuela, and how the communards have resisted the devastating effects of the US blockade.
Modi Promised So Much But Science Has Stagnated on His Watch
There is little reason to believe that a third term for Modi will result in the revival of Indian scientific research and innovation.
The Problems of Evolution as a “March of Progress”
The idea that evolution is a hierarchy of complexity with humans on top lurks in everything from biology classes to politics. It’s time to unlearn this false and harmful view.
Nehru’s Era: The Past Embedded in the Present
Nehru emerged from the national movement which had worked to unite all Indians. The leadership appealed to the higher instincts of people to work towards a common goal of living in harmony and progress…. In brief, Nehru’s era was transformative in spite of the enormous difficulties that existed. It paved the path to the nation having 224 times more capital today compared to 1950.