Editorial Simplified: Himalayan Divide | GS – II, III

Despite several attempts at a reset, ties between India and Nepal continue to be a cause for concern. The disconnect between the two governments was most visible at the BIMSTEC military exercises concluded recently. After confirming its participation in June, the Nepalese Army withdrew from the exercise.

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Editorial Simplified: The Progressive Way | GS – II

Recently, the Law Commission of India has said that a uniform civil code (UCC) is neither feasible nor necessary at this stage. State is not the only source of law. History has many instances of pluralistic legal systems where multiple sources of law existed.

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Editorial Simplified: 2+2 is Less Than The Sum of Its Parts | GS – II

The much heralded 2+2 Dialogue between the U.S. and India finally fructified on September 6. The 2+2 format is a tactic employed by the U.S., intended to align the military, strategic and diplomatic policies of the involved countries.

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