Tag: people
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The development that we need before all developments!
We need different kinds of developments to make our nation developed like infrastructure development, industrial development, environmental development, social development etc. But, often in this discussion, one thing we tend to overlook is this- development for whom? For the people obviously! Then, why do we forget the basic and core element of the studies of…
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The signature of a city- its landmark monuments!
The experience of Hyderabad and its signature monument Char Minar What comes first to your mind when you hear about Paris? The Eiffel Tower! What comes first to your mind when you hear about New York? The Statue of Liberty! What comes first to your mind when you hear about Agra? The Taj Mahal! I…
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Democracy- not a cup of tea for the morally weak people!
In the backdrop of the evolving situation in South Asia The recent revolution in the neighbouring country Nepal, that forced the government functionaries including their Prime Minister to resign, has again put in focus the democratic ideals and need to be responsive to the aspirations and wishes of the people. The ministers and the elite…
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Nebulous nationalities and shifting loyalties in the globalized world
Let me begin with the basics first. What is the meaning of the term “nation”? It essentially means a political entity wherein the inhabitants of a particular geographical area feel emotionally connected to each other and to the land they live in. Here, the term “emotional connection” is very important. Unless the people of a…
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We all talk about the pillars of democracy- but what about the foundation?
Image courtesy: Hillpost.in For a building to be strong and resilient from the external shocks (earthquake, floods, cyclones etc.) and internal shocks (fire, load of the building etc.), its pillars have to be strong. Because, without sturdy pillars, the building may crumble like a pack of cards anytime. But, in this analogy, we often forget…
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