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The BRICS Development Bank: Why the world’s newest global bank must adopt a pro-poor agenda

01/06/2014

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4 pages long

Languages: English

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This policy brief provides key recommendations for the proposed commitments for BRICS’ new multilateral and Southern-led development bank. The BRICS Development Bank aims to provide a new source of finance with specific commitments to ending extreme poverty and inequality (with a special focus on gender equity and women’s rights), and aligning with environmental and social […]

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Briefing note

Why India Needs the Women’s Reservation Bill

08/04/2014

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4 pages long

Languages: English

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Nine out of ten parliamentarians in India are men. Such dismal figures reveal the lasting grip of unfavourable social norms. Six decades have gone by since India’s Independence brought hopes that democracy would make gender representation more equal. Since the 1990s, reservation has opened up access to local bodies for women. Major parties have since […]

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Briefing note

Implementing the Forest Rights Act: Addressing a historical injustice

11/12/2013

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4 pages long

Languages: English

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Livelihoods

Overview

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the UN (FAO) estimates that almost 400 million people in India depend on forests for sustenance and complementary income; these populations are among the most vulnerable and are generally considered extremely poor communities. Indian laws have considered forest dwellers as ‘encroachers’ and have criminalised their livelihood activities – collecting […]

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Briefing note

The Right to Free and Compulsory Education: Delivering the promise of the law

17/07/2013

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4 pages long

Languages: English

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In 2009, the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act (RTE) established the government’s obligation to guarantee eight years of free, quality education to all children aged 6 to 14 years. Since its enactment, the landmark legislation has promoted considerable progress, but has failed to deliver on its full promises. This policy brief […]

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Briefing note

The BRICS Summit 2013: Key tasks and priorities

15/07/2013

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4 pages long

Languages: English

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Finance

Overview

This paper explains the key recommendations for India’s involvement in the BRICS Summit of 2013. It discusses three key elements and priorities India should address ahead of the Summit: the BRICS Development Bank; becoming a new actor in the development of Africa; and illicit financial flows – all reflecting the differences of BRICS countries (’emerging […]

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Briefing note

Achieving Healthcare for All in India

04/12/2012

2 documents

4 pages long

Languages: English

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The current debate around Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India is playing for high stakes. This paper reviews the main issues covered in the debate and considers whether the Government should take a proactive role in ensuring access to healthcare for all, or support the flawed status quo. The debate has polarised positions on a […]

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Briefing note

The Proposed Land Acquisition Bill: Putting livelihoods first

26/10/2012

2 documents

4 pages long

Languages: English

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Livelihoods

Overview

This paper provides a coherent policy response to the tough social questions raised by compulsory land acquisition in India. With conflicts escalating and governments failing to enact a law protecting the livelihoods of affected people, the proposed Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Bill 2011 is a major step […]

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The BRICS Development Bank: Why the world’s newest global bank must adopt a pro-poor agenda

Why India Needs the Women’s Reservation Bill

Implementing the Forest Rights Act: Addressing a historical injustice

The Right to Free and Compulsory Education: Delivering the promise of the law

The BRICS Summit 2013: Key tasks and priorities

Achieving Healthcare for All in India

The Proposed Land Acquisition Bill: Putting livelihoods first