The issue of caste in India has deep historical roots and continues to play a significant role in various aspects of society, politics and economics. To understand the importance and relevance of caste and the ongoing debate on caste census in India, a round table discussion was organised by India Policy Foundation on September 26, 2024 in New Delhi. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. J.K. Bajaj, founding trustee and director of the Centre for Policy Studies, Chennai. The session was chaired by Prof.
The political upheaval in Bangladesh has disturbed the situation of the South Asian region. The forced removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the appointment of Mohammed Yunus as Chief Advisor of the interim government have left Indians concerned about future of Bangladesh, and particularly of Hindus in that country.
In recent times, public opinions are shaped more by half-truths, which make emotional impact on the masses, than by objective facts. This phenomenon, often termed as post-truth, has become a significant element of political discourse globally. To understand its impact on India's political environment, India Policy Foundation organised a roundtable discussion on "Post-Truth Politics in Current Times" on July 13, 2024.
I just gave you an example of what happened in 1948. The matter did not end there. After this, the British newspapers constantly portrayed Sardar Patel as a villain and the Nizam was portrayed as an affected party, a victim. But if you read the Indian newspapers of that time, then you will come to know that it was the Nizam who did not follow the standstill agreement. For example, he had spoken to the rulers in Goa and asked them to give him a port which will give him the ease of travel. In the meantime, th
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