Slides on the situation in Jammu & Kashmir in Hindi based on the talk at LSE in March '11.
Can be used as an overview and as a primer..
Can be downloaded from here:
https://www.box.net/shared/r2r2xrapnmco0trypduz
जम्मू आणि काश्मीर (Marathi) Jammu & Kashmir MarathiB Shantanu
27 slides•30.3K views
The document discusses the complex political situation in Jammu and Kashmir. It notes that Jammu and Kashmir has been a point of contention between India and Pakistan since 1947. The document also examines the role of separatist groups and their demands for independence or merger with Pakistan. Additionally, it analyzes the economic challenges facing Jammu and Kashmir and the need for long-term solutions to the political issues that have plagued the region for decades.
Implications of the Communal Violence Bill - CIPL, Dec '11B Shantanu
10 slides•881 views
This document summarizes and critiques the proposed Communal Violence Bill in India. It outlines several flaws in the bill, including that it makes broad presumptions of guilt, gives sweeping powers to a new institution, interferes in state affairs, and defines victimhood and offenses in a one-sided manner. The implications are that the bill could deepen existing social divisions, further alienate communities, and even threaten the unity of the country over time. In conclusion, the document argues the bill is not just flawed but dangerously so.
This document discusses India's grain crisis, caused by poor policies around production, procurement, storage, and distribution of grains. Key points:
1) Bumper harvests have led to phenomenal increases in wheat procurement but policies of subsidies and minimum support prices have distorted production incentives.
2) Grain storage infrastructure is inadequate, leading to large quantities of grain rotting each year even as food insecurity persists. Storage and distribution costs the government around 750 billion rupees annually.
3) The public distribution system is inefficient and leak-prone, with only around 40% of grains reaching households. Private traders have been largely displaced from the market.
The document recommends redesigning food policy to
Why Bother with Politics @ IIM Alumni Meet, LondonB Shantanu
70 slides•1.3K views
Slides from my talk delivered at the IIM Europe Alumni Meeting in London on 23rd Aug '12.
Hope to put the video soon.
Jai Hind, Jai Bharat!
Shantanu @ http://Satyameva-Jayate.org/
A few slides on the sad state of the Kashmiri Hindus (Pandits) - refugees in their own homeland.
These slides were part of a presentation on J&K and Article 370 that I delivered at the House of Commons in London in 2011.
The document discusses the political philosophy of Hindutva. It states that Hindutva is a manifestation of Dharma, or righteousness, and is rooted in Hindu traditions of pluralism and tolerance. It promotes nationalism, individual liberty, rule of law, minimal government, and economic freedom. The document seeks to provide context and spur discussion to refine understanding of Hindutva, acknowledging that the analysis is incomplete. It invites contributions to further the discussion.
The document shows different price levels ranging from 2 Rs/KG to 40 Rs/KG for an agricultural product. It also depicts farmers, producers, and local retailers benefiting from selling directly to retail outlets and consumers due to discounts and better prices, while middlemen and adulterators oppose such direct sales. Consumers need innovation with more buying options available.
The document discusses several issues that negatively impact entrepreneurship in India, including cumbersome laws and regulations, poor infrastructure, and systemic corruption. It takes much longer on average to start a business in India compared to other advanced economies. The complex licensing process for opening a business involves obtaining over a dozen licenses from various government departments, and can delay projects for years. Corruption is also systemic, with government officials manipulating bidding rules to favor certain companies. Overall the document argues that improving governance, reducing red tape and corruption could significantly help entrepreneurship and economic development in India.
The document discusses the history and context of the Kashmir issue. It notes that Kashmir acceded to India in 1947 but that there are conflicting claims to the region from Pakistan and groups seeking independence. It aims to address myths and present the reality of the situation, including the roots of current unrest and addressing propaganda. It outlines an agenda to discuss the background, context, proposed solutions and actions readers can take.
The document discusses the state of India in 2011 and highlights some key challenges including rising poverty, lack of access to electricity and roads in rural areas, ongoing terrorism, a growing backlog in the court system, and corruption scandals. It also notes India faces threats from a hostile neighboring country. The document calls for citizens to get informed by accessing alternative news and analysis sources, get involved in the political process, and work to change the current political paradigm in order to help fix India's problems.
A first attempt at exploring the parallels between Hindutva (essense of "Hindu" thought) and the tenets of classical liberalism. Pl contribute and share widely. Thanks
1 Day Leadership Workshop for Political ActivistsB Shantanu
8 slides•556 views
The document announces workshops on making a leap from discussing politics to changing paradigms that will take place on July 9th in Bengaluru and July 16th in Pune. It provides links for more details and registration for the workshops, which aim to take steps to reclaim India through thoughtful and hands-on sessions.
The document discusses the state of India in 2011 and highlights several social, economic, and political issues facing the country. It notes that 100 million more Indians are now living in poverty compared to 2004, many rural households still lack electricity and access to roads. It also discusses ongoing issues with terrorism, a growing backlog in the court system, and several major corruption scandals. The document calls for citizens to get informed about real issues and get involved in efforts to help fix India by changing the current political paradigm and developing new leaders.
Art 370 & Plight of Kashmiri Hindus @ House of Commons, Mar '11B Shantanu
31 slides•4.6K views
Slides from a talk I gave @ House of Commons to a small group of MPs, Councillors, prominent members of the Indian community and of the Kahsmiri Hindu diaspora in London. 30th March '11
The document discusses the history and context of Jammu & Kashmir. It notes that in 1947, Pakistan attacked J&K leading India to take the matter to the UN. The UN passed resolutions in 1948 and 1950 calling for a plebiscite to determine accession that was never implemented. It discusses the roots of unrest from the late 1980s onward and counters myths about the incomplete accession of J&K to India. It proposes a solution of fully integrating J&K into India by abolishing Article 370 and encouraging development.
The document summarizes issues facing modern India such as poverty, illiteracy, corruption, and an ineffective middle class. It argues that charity alone cannot fix India's problems which stem from poor governance, ineffective leadership, and strategic failures. The document calls for citizens, especially the educated, to get more informed about issues, get involved in politics and work with groups committed to democratic change and reform to help build a better India.
The document discusses the problems facing modern India, including large populations deprived of basic needs and dignity, poor governance, and an ineffective and dysfunctional middle class that excuses corruption and fails to get involved in solving issues. It argues charity alone cannot fix India's problems, and the root causes are ineffective leadership, strategic failures, and poor choices by politicians that have led to lost opportunities over the past decades. The only solution is for educated Indians, especially the middle class, to get interested, informed, and involved in the political process and work with leaders committed to positive change through democratic means. It promotes the FreedomTeam India initiative as a way to build a coalition to work towards a better future.
The document discusses India's history and future potential. It notes that India once had a highly developed education system and economy, but that colonialism negatively impacted development. It argues that India's future in 2050 depends on leadership - it could become a thriving democracy and economy or face instability and chaos. The document encourages readers to get informed about issues, connect with grassroots organizations, and consider a career in politics to help guide India's development.
The document discusses how India is at an inflection point, with several factors contributing to its rising prominence on the world stage. These include strong economic growth over 4% annually, rapid infrastructure development and expansion of highways and telecommunications networks, and huge growth in the consumer sector. Demographic dividends including a large young population and rising consumer spending are projected to make India the third largest economy by 2035. The document argues that India's ancient traditions of science, mathematics and education have been rediscovered, and that its diverse, democratic society make it well-suited to be a role model for the 21st century.
The document discusses the history of Jammu and Kashmir's accession to India. It notes that while the accession was incomplete, the 1954 election in which Jammu and Kashmir ratified accession to India has been ignored. It argues that the region of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is now a center of international terrorism and any solution to deal with terrorism should involve denying terrorists safe havens there.
The document defines a "liberal agenda" as focusing on maximum individual freedom and minimum government intervention, with the government primarily responsible for law and order, security, justice, and infrastructure. It notes that liberalism is about freedom rather than equality, though it supports equality of opportunity. A liberal agenda calls for a strong but limited government that avoids an interfering bureaucracy and promotes transparency and accountability, with policies centered around less government, minimal regulation, fewer laws, stricter enforcement, and free enterprise.
A Tribute to Victims of Terrorism in IndiaB Shantanu
12 slides•462 views
A slideshow in memory of the thousands of Indians who have lost their lives to terrorism.
This show was prepared by B Shantanu for the Mumbai Remembrance event in London on 5th Dec '08
The document discusses the political philosophy of Hindutva. It states that Hindutva is a manifestation of Dharma, or righteousness, and is rooted in Hindu traditions of pluralism and tolerance. It promotes nationalism, individual liberty, rule of law, minimal government, and economic freedom. The document seeks to provide context and spur discussion to refine understanding of Hindutva, acknowledging that the analysis is incomplete. It invites contributions to further the discussion.
The document shows different price levels ranging from 2 Rs/KG to 40 Rs/KG for an agricultural product. It also depicts farmers, producers, and local retailers benefiting from selling directly to retail outlets and consumers due to discounts and better prices, while middlemen and adulterators oppose such direct sales. Consumers need innovation with more buying options available.
The document discusses several issues that negatively impact entrepreneurship in India, including cumbersome laws and regulations, poor infrastructure, and systemic corruption. It takes much longer on average to start a business in India compared to other advanced economies. The complex licensing process for opening a business involves obtaining over a dozen licenses from various government departments, and can delay projects for years. Corruption is also systemic, with government officials manipulating bidding rules to favor certain companies. Overall the document argues that improving governance, reducing red tape and corruption could significantly help entrepreneurship and economic development in India.
The document discusses the history and context of the Kashmir issue. It notes that Kashmir acceded to India in 1947 but that there are conflicting claims to the region from Pakistan and groups seeking independence. It aims to address myths and present the reality of the situation, including the roots of current unrest and addressing propaganda. It outlines an agenda to discuss the background, context, proposed solutions and actions readers can take.
The document discusses the state of India in 2011 and highlights some key challenges including rising poverty, lack of access to electricity and roads in rural areas, ongoing terrorism, a growing backlog in the court system, and corruption scandals. It also notes India faces threats from a hostile neighboring country. The document calls for citizens to get informed by accessing alternative news and analysis sources, get involved in the political process, and work to change the current political paradigm in order to help fix India's problems.
A first attempt at exploring the parallels between Hindutva (essense of "Hindu" thought) and the tenets of classical liberalism. Pl contribute and share widely. Thanks
1 Day Leadership Workshop for Political ActivistsB Shantanu
8 slides•556 views
The document announces workshops on making a leap from discussing politics to changing paradigms that will take place on July 9th in Bengaluru and July 16th in Pune. It provides links for more details and registration for the workshops, which aim to take steps to reclaim India through thoughtful and hands-on sessions.
The document discusses the state of India in 2011 and highlights several social, economic, and political issues facing the country. It notes that 100 million more Indians are now living in poverty compared to 2004, many rural households still lack electricity and access to roads. It also discusses ongoing issues with terrorism, a growing backlog in the court system, and several major corruption scandals. The document calls for citizens to get informed about real issues and get involved in efforts to help fix India by changing the current political paradigm and developing new leaders.
Art 370 & Plight of Kashmiri Hindus @ House of Commons, Mar '11B Shantanu
31 slides•4.6K views
Slides from a talk I gave @ House of Commons to a small group of MPs, Councillors, prominent members of the Indian community and of the Kahsmiri Hindu diaspora in London. 30th March '11
The document discusses the history and context of Jammu & Kashmir. It notes that in 1947, Pakistan attacked J&K leading India to take the matter to the UN. The UN passed resolutions in 1948 and 1950 calling for a plebiscite to determine accession that was never implemented. It discusses the roots of unrest from the late 1980s onward and counters myths about the incomplete accession of J&K to India. It proposes a solution of fully integrating J&K into India by abolishing Article 370 and encouraging development.
The document summarizes issues facing modern India such as poverty, illiteracy, corruption, and an ineffective middle class. It argues that charity alone cannot fix India's problems which stem from poor governance, ineffective leadership, and strategic failures. The document calls for citizens, especially the educated, to get more informed about issues, get involved in politics and work with groups committed to democratic change and reform to help build a better India.
The document discusses the problems facing modern India, including large populations deprived of basic needs and dignity, poor governance, and an ineffective and dysfunctional middle class that excuses corruption and fails to get involved in solving issues. It argues charity alone cannot fix India's problems, and the root causes are ineffective leadership, strategic failures, and poor choices by politicians that have led to lost opportunities over the past decades. The only solution is for educated Indians, especially the middle class, to get interested, informed, and involved in the political process and work with leaders committed to positive change through democratic means. It promotes the FreedomTeam India initiative as a way to build a coalition to work towards a better future.
The document discusses India's history and future potential. It notes that India once had a highly developed education system and economy, but that colonialism negatively impacted development. It argues that India's future in 2050 depends on leadership - it could become a thriving democracy and economy or face instability and chaos. The document encourages readers to get informed about issues, connect with grassroots organizations, and consider a career in politics to help guide India's development.
The document discusses how India is at an inflection point, with several factors contributing to its rising prominence on the world stage. These include strong economic growth over 4% annually, rapid infrastructure development and expansion of highways and telecommunications networks, and huge growth in the consumer sector. Demographic dividends including a large young population and rising consumer spending are projected to make India the third largest economy by 2035. The document argues that India's ancient traditions of science, mathematics and education have been rediscovered, and that its diverse, democratic society make it well-suited to be a role model for the 21st century.
The document discusses the history of Jammu and Kashmir's accession to India. It notes that while the accession was incomplete, the 1954 election in which Jammu and Kashmir ratified accession to India has been ignored. It argues that the region of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is now a center of international terrorism and any solution to deal with terrorism should involve denying terrorists safe havens there.
The document defines a "liberal agenda" as focusing on maximum individual freedom and minimum government intervention, with the government primarily responsible for law and order, security, justice, and infrastructure. It notes that liberalism is about freedom rather than equality, though it supports equality of opportunity. A liberal agenda calls for a strong but limited government that avoids an interfering bureaucracy and promotes transparency and accountability, with policies centered around less government, minimal regulation, fewer laws, stricter enforcement, and free enterprise.
A Tribute to Victims of Terrorism in IndiaB Shantanu
12 slides•462 views
A slideshow in memory of the thousands of Indians who have lost their lives to terrorism.
This show was prepared by B Shantanu for the Mumbai Remembrance event in London on 5th Dec '08
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