Explained Archive
Every Explained article we’ve published, in one place. Filter by category to revisit in-depth breakdowns of the policies, events, and ideas behind the headlines.
Sexual consent in India: we’ve learned the vocabulary, but what about the behaviour?
An examination of the gap between understanding the language of consent and its practical application in Indian society, drawing on recent research and personal narratives.
Generative AI in Schools: To Ban or Not to Ban for Younger Students?
An in-depth look at the evolving debate surrounding the use of AI tools in primary education, examining concerns, benefits, and policy approaches in India and globally.
Beyond Enforcement: Why Education is Key to Preventing Underage Driving in India
An in-depth look at the legal framework, societal challenges, and the critical role of comprehensive road safety education in curbing underage driving fatalities.
NEP 2020's Outcome-Based Education: A Critical Examination of its Impact on Learning
An in-depth analysis of how the National Education Policy 2020's emphasis on measurable outcomes has drawn criticism for potentially hindering genuine curiosity and pedagogical freedom in higher education.
The Himalayan Crisis: Why South Asia Needs a New Paradigm for Ecological Governance
Recent flash floods and ecological devastation in the Himalayas underscore the urgent need for South Asia to adopt a post-nation-state approach to climate diplomacy and regional cooperation.
India's Energy Pivot: Unpacking the Surge in US LPG Imports Amidst Geopolitical Shifts
A regional conflict in West Asia has dramatically reshaped India's liquefied petroleum gas import strategy, leading to a significant reliance on the United States and prompting a re-evaluation of energy security.
Beyond the Stars: Re-evaluating ISRO's Mandate and India's Space Policy for Development
India's space agency is navigating a pivotal shift, moving from its foundational development-centric role to one increasingly focused on exploration and private sector collaboration, prompting discussions over its future direction.
Unpacking India's GDP Data: Revisions, Methodology, and the Trust Deficit
Examining the recent changes in GDP calculation, the shift to double deflation, and the public's skepticism towards official growth figures.
India's Digital Blind Spot: The Challenge of Reporting and Combating Child Abuse Material Online
A recent NHRC notice to Meta highlights the systemic difficulties in converting online child abuse reports into effective legal action and raises questions about platform liability in the age of AI.
The Unavoidable Overshoot: What 1.5°C Warming Means for India's Climate Action and Future
A new UNEP report confirms that temporarily breaching the 1.5°C global warming limit is now inevitable, forcing a strategic shift in climate action and posing complex challenges for India.