Author: TheBrokenBallots
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Advertise Like the Government Does — Wastage of Public Money
But No Funds for Research and Innovation Over the past five years alone, the Government of India has spent nearly ₹2,447 crore on advertisements. That averages roughly ₹1.34 crore per day, according to data shared in December 2025 in response to a question raised by Congress MP Shafi Parambil [1,2]. Let that number sink in….
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Is Coaching the Saviour of the Indian Education System or Its Destroyer?
The Dark Side of a Billion-Dollar Industry As young aspirants in India, most of us—after finishing school, college, or university—have experienced coaching institutes at some point in our lives. Whether it was preparation for entrance examinations, competitive tests, or even passing board exams with high scores, coaching has become almost inseparable from our academic journey….
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The Two Indias: A Tale of Swiss Politicians and Ugandan Citizens
Introduction: The Broken Covenant of Democracy In the grand tapestry of nation-building, the fundamental covenant of democracy is simple: citizens elect representatives to serve as their voice, to manage collective resources, and to uplift the standard of living for the entire population. We, the people of India, participate in this democratic ritual every five years….
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The Tax-Ed Paradox: Stifling the Knowledge Economy Through Fiscal Policy
Introduction: The Fundamental Role of the State in Education The foundational contract between a government and its citizens rests on the premise of the welfare state—the idea that the administration exists to facilitate the well-being of the populace, with education serving as the cornerstone of national progress. In a truly progressive society, the government functions…
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The Illusion of Freedom: Independent India in the Shackles of a Colonial Mindset
Introduction: The Unfinished Transition Where is India going? This is the haunting question that plagues the conscience of the nation as we navigate the geopolitical and social complexities of 2026. We stand as a nation of 1.4 billion people, ruled by a political class that often seems insensitive, irresponsible, and increasingly criminalized. It is a…
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Why Has Indian Society Normalised Sexual Aggression, Objectification, and Violence Against Women?
“Beti Padhao, Beti Bachao” as a Voting Slogan, Not a Moral Commitment India proudly claims ancient wisdom, spiritual depth, and moral superiority. We repeatedly tell ourselves—and the world—that ours is a civilisation that worships women as goddesses, that reveres motherhood, that believes “where women are respected, gods reside.” We celebrate slogans like Beti Padhao, Beti…
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Aren’t We Wrong in Selecting Our Role Models?
Every generation grows up searching for figures to admire, emulate, and follow. From early childhood to adulthood, human beings instinctively look for role models—people whose lives appear inspiring, successful, and worthy of imitation. In India, this tendency is particularly strong among the youth. Boys and girls across cities, towns, and villages choose their role models…
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Is Watching and Supporting Cricket a Form of Patriotism in India?
In India, cricket is not merely a sport. It has grown into something far larger than any festival, national celebration, or cultural event. For millions of Indians, both within the country and abroad, cricket is treated almost like a religion. Stadiums become temples, players become gods, and matches become sacred rituals. Especially during World Cups,…
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Indian Youth is Trapped in Endless Entrance Exam Cycles
Why India has put its young population to useless work: Trapped in the endless exam cycle In India, it feels as if the biggest “industry” is not manufacturing, not research, not innovation, not agriculture, not startups, not even the service sector—it is exam preparation. Almost 90% of Indian youngsters are busy preparing for one examination or another: entrance exams,…
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Denial and Self-Proclaimed Superiority: Illiterate and Foolish Minds That Refuse to Live in Reality
We are living in the twenty-first century, an era widely acknowledged as the age of science and technology. It is increasingly evident that artificial intelligence and its applications across almost every field are driving modern development and global competitiveness. AI is now deeply integrated into medical science, agriculture, healthcare, defense, scientific research, and nearly every…