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Examining social problems from a rights-based lens, as well as showcasing perspectives and programmes that advocate for equal access to rights and justice for the most vulnerable.

two men carrying sacks - ration card
May 17, 2022
Addressing the gaps of the One Nation One Ration Card scheme
More than 8 lakh households could benefit from the One Nation One Ration Card scheme, yet gaps in its implementation persist. Here's how we can address them.
by Derrek Xavier | 5 min read
Workers standing at the other side of a counter_e-shram
April 28, 2022
Confusion mars e-Shram registration process
Across India, unorganised workers registering for the e-Shram card have to wade through rumours of monetary benefits, fear of fraud, and a daunting process.
by Shreya Adhikari, Debojit Dutta | 7 min read
Three girls in blue and white school uniforms on bicycles. Why does child marriage persist in Bihar
April 12, 2022
Child marriage in Bihar: Why does it persist?
More than two out of five girls are married early in Bihar. Here are some reasons why child marriage remains prevalent in the state and some ways to discourage it.
by Madhu Joshi, Anamika Priyadarshini, Devaki Singh, Saswata Ghosh | 6 min read
The Jawabdehi Yatra Bus
April 1, 2022
“Why should people suffer for the fault of a government officer?”
A day in the life of a social worker from Rajasthan who helps communities access their entitlements and advocates for a public accountability law.
by Ratan Lal Regar | 7 min read
women farmers protesting - citizens
March 24, 2022
Citizens should have a say in the laws that affect their lives
The government passed a number of laws in recent years that did not follow the necessary consultation proceedings. These include the four Labour Codes, The Foreign Contribution Regulations Amendments Act, 2020 and the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019.
by Shruti Arora, Kaustuv Kanti Bandyopadhyay | 5 min read
On the contrary season 3 feature image-government schools
March 16, 2022
Notes on anti-caste allyship: Christina Dhanaraj and Dhanya Rajendran
Christina Dhanaraj and Dhanya Rajendran discuss what it means to be an anti-caste ally and why institutions and individuals must cede power for caste-marginalised people to take centre stage.
23 min read
a street vendor selling paani puri on a blue cart - street vendors act
March 1, 2022
It’s time to step up for street vendors’ rights
If implemented effectively, the Street Vendors Act, 2014 is an opportunity to prioritise the welfare of the urban poor and enhance their livelihoods.
by Shalaka Chauhan, Aravind Unni | 6 min read
An illustration of Aruna Roy, social activist, driving force behind the RTI Act and MGNREGA, and Magsaysay Award winner
January 26, 2022
IDR Interviews | Aruna Roy
Renowned social activist and a driving force behind the movements that led to the RTI Act and MGNREGA, Aruna Roy tells us what it takes to sustain truly participatory movements and why we must fight for our democratic right to dissent.
by Smarinita Shetty, Sneha Philip | 11 min read
Woman farmer winnows sorghum grains in Mahboobnagar District of Andhra Pradesh-widow
January 19, 2022
No land for widows
A study in Gujarat reveals why women who have been widowed during COVID-19 are struggling to access their land rights.
by Poonam Kathuria, Karen Pineiro | 6 min read
A man sweeping the street-UPSC-manual scavenging
January 18, 2022
“I want to build a better life for those around me”
A day in the life of a UPSC aspirant and safai karmachari who wants to ensure minimum wage and skill development for people seeking a life beyond manual scavenging.
by Vishal Jeenwal | 6 min read
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