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Explain the factors causing the decline in global Foreign Direct Investment flows.

The decline in global Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) flows in 2018 can be attributed to several interconnected factors that impacted investor confidence and economic stability. Volatility in Oil Prices: Fluctuating oil prices can influence global economic conditions. For instance, when ..

Critically examine the implications of rural electrification on the socio-economic development of India.

The electrification of rural India is a pressing issue that intertwines with socio-economic development. Despite government claims of nearly complete electrification, many rural households face challenges in accessing reliable electricity. This discrepancy raises questions about the quality of data and ..

Analyse the implications of reserving 20% beds in private hospitals for the economically disadvantaged.

The proposal to reserve 20% of beds in private hospitals for the economically disadvantaged is an important step towards improving healthcare accessibility. This initiative aims to address the pressing need for affordable medical treatment for the poor, especially given the ..

Critically Analyse the implications of digitisation of government processes in the context of India’s Digital Revolution.

The digitisation of government processes is essential for enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accountability in India. The Digital India initiative, launched in July 2015, has made strides in bridging the digital divide and empowering citizens through technology. However, to build on ..

Critically discuss the potential implications of implementing similar citizenship registration processes in other northeastern states of India.

The implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam has sparked intense political debate, denoting the complexities of citizenship in India’s northeastern states. As Nagaland prepares to establish its Register of Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland (RIIN), it faces ..

Critically Analyse the systemic bottlenecks in India’s healthcare and the strategic reforms needed to enhance health outcomes across states.

The healthcare landscape in India, particularly illuminated by the COVID-19 pandemic, reveals systemic bottlenecks that hinder effective health outcomes. The NITI Aayog’s health index marks the southern states, especially Kerala and Tamil Nadu, as leaders in healthcare governance and access. ..

How can NITI Aayog enhance fiscal federalism in India? Explain with suitable examples.

The role of NITI Aayog in rejuvenating fiscal federalism in India is decisive, given the persistent horizontal and vertical imbalances in the country’s economic structure. Fiscal federalism refers to the financial relations between units of government in a federal system. ..

Critically Analyse the implications of extending foreigners tribunals across India on the fundamental rights of citizens and national unity.

The extension of foreigners tribunals from Assam to the rest of India raises concerns regarding fundamental rights and national unity. This policy, enacted by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, empowers state governments and district magistrates to establish tribunals that ..