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  • Who Is the Real Credit Seeker — “The Creditjibi”?

    Who Is the Real Credit Seeker — “The Creditjibi”?

    In India, even the poorest members of society—people who sometimes struggle just to secure two meals a day—still pay taxes. Whether they realize it or not, every person contributes to the government’s revenue through GST, fuel tax, road tax, tolls, excise duties, and countless other hidden charges. Even a poor daily wage worker buying a…

  • A Reflection on India’s Enduring Crisis of Governance, Accountability, and Mindset

    A Reflection on India’s Enduring Crisis of Governance, Accountability, and Mindset

    Why So Much Criticism Yet No Change? India is a nation where public criticism of politicians, bureaucrats, and the governing system flows endlessly. Every day, in tea stalls, living rooms, social media platforms, and even academic discussions, corruption is cited as the nation’s biggest curse. People question the unexplained rise in wealth of political leaders,…

  • Can Indian Politicians Become Crorepati After Winning an MLA Election?

    Can Indian Politicians Become Crorepati After Winning an MLA Election?

    Grok replied, shocked: Whether they are our servants or we are working for them!!! Yes, many Indian MLAs become crorepatis, and data suggest that winning an MLA election often correlates with significant wealth accumulation. According to reports from the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and other sources: Sources of Income for MLAs MLAs’ wealth comes…

  • Freebies: Burdening Billions to Pacify a Few

    Freebies: Burdening Billions to Pacify a Few

    Politics in India has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, and unfortunately, much of that evolution has taken a direction that weakens—not strengthens—the democratic spirit. The idea of public service has gradually eroded and, in many regions, disappeared entirely from political consciousness. What we witness today is a model where political power is pursued…

  • Worship Politicians: The New Formula to Get Jobs in India

    Worship Politicians: The New Formula to Get Jobs in India

    In an ideal society, education is supposed to be the great equalizer. People pursue schooling, higher education, and specialized training so that they may build meaningful careers, contribute to national development, and live lives of dignity. For generations, middle-class families in India have believed wholeheartedly in this promise. They have sacrificed their savings, sold land,…

  • Paper Leak: The New Norm of India

    Paper Leak: The New Norm of India

    In today’s India, education has unfortunately turned into one of the most profitable businesses. What once symbolized knowledge, values, and national growth has been reduced to a marketplace where dreams are bought and sold for a price. Every course — whether offline or online — has a price tag attached to it. You pay, and…

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