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The CJP syllabus teaches you what is. These pieces argue for what should be. Opinion, investigation, and polemic — grounded in data.

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The Broken Upper House: Why India Needs a Real Senate

19 August 2026 · Constitutional Reform

The Rajya Sabha was meant to be the Council of States. It became the Council of Party Appointees. A data-driven case for equal state representation, direct election, and real veto power.

Rajya Sabha Federalism Constitutional Reform Representation

The Steel Frame: How the IAS Sabotages Indian Democracy

14 August 2026 · Governance

India holds the world's largest local elections — and then strips the winners of every ounce of power. The real rulers of India's districts are unelected bureaucrats on 18-month rotations, accountable to no voter. A comparative look at what China gets right that India refuses to learn.

IAS Local Governance 73rd Amendment Democracy