Science and Modern Warfare The twenty-first century is the age of science and war. Every effort is being made to turn it into an era of abiding peace but even the best efforts seem to be doomed to failure as third war is looming large before the eyes of the world. Two world wars have used science for the purpose of the utmost destruction. Never was it truer than now that...

Science and Ethics It is generally believed that Science and Ethics signify contradiction in terms. On the face to it, it appears to be difficult to find a compromise between Science and Ethics because their scope is different and they are apparently exclusive of each other. But a closer look at the two will show that, contrary to the general belief, Science and Ethics are not poles apart, nor are they...

Emerging Global Order : Political And Economic   The cold war came to an end in later 1991 with the disintegration of the Soviet Union. The unification of Germany in Europe, the breaking up and subsequent chaos in the Balkans and East African States, formation of economic blocs like APEC, NAFTA and the European Union have all been pointers to a unipolar world where the United States is the sole superpower...

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is the latest initiative by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA Government to provide 8 years of quality education to all children in the age group of 6-14 years. The programme seeks to bridge gender and social gaps with active participation of the community. It also aims at mobilising resources—human, financial and institutional—necessary for achieving the goal of Universalisation of Elementary Education (UEE). The...

Digital Revolution   Throughout the 20th century, the pace of technological advancement has increased dramatically. The digital revolution, now upon us, is expected to take giant strides in the 21st century. Companies are manufacturing audio and video sets communications and Information Technology (IT) products for the consumer and professional markets. Companies have developed a wide product portfolio which includes goods that have become integral part of modern lifestyles—from magnetic tape and...

Judicial Accountability The sturdy pillar of Judiciary is shaking. Once thought to be incorruptible. Indian Judiciary has, of late, faced many allegations and charges of misusing the enviable pedestal they occupy in our country. This, is perhaps, what prompted the Chief Justice of India, Mr. Justice K.G. Balakrishnan to quietly shoot off letters in August to the CJIs of all the High Courts in the country to give practical meaning to...