Against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, raging wars, economic shifts and a heightened global focus on climate action, the world will embark on a difficult journey towards sustainable development in 2024. Throughout the year, several trends are expected to shape the sustainability landscape, from limiting temperature rise to fostering cleaner economies.
The role of politics in shaping and implementing effective measures for climate action cannot be overstated. Political decisions influence the policies, regulations, and international collaborations necessary to combat climate change. As we navigate the complexities of climate change, political leadership remains instrumental in driving meaningful and impactful climate action on a global scale.
India and the US, the world’s largest democracies and biggest emitters, are under the global spotlight because the outcomes of their impending national elections will significantly influence the global climate agenda.
Yet, the scenario in China paints a somewhat more optimistic outlook for the climate discourse. Despite a modest economic recovery from COVID-19, China has not embarked on major infrastructure expansions as seen after previous economic shocks.
Notably, there has been a surge in investment in manufacturing capacity for low-carbon technologies like solar, electric vehicles, and batteries, creating a significant interest group in China that could influence its climate policies domestically and internationally.
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The 'Invisible' Dalits
The debate over sub-categorisation of castes is likely to shape the political discourse in the upcoming state elections
Caste Census: To Conquer Or Conserve?
The caste census is generating heated debate, but even its most ardent proponents are not able to articulate a plan about how to use the resulting data
THE FATEFUL COMEDY
Actor-director Rajat Kapoor talks about adapting Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov into a Hindi play
Mad Hatter
When a leader takes off his topi and holds it in his hands while appealing for votes, it signals something extraordinary
Circle Within Circles
The caste question in Muslims.
Backward March
The Maratha reservation question may continue to mire the next government in the state
The 69% Exception
Quota within quota: lessons to be learned from Tamil Nadu
United Indifference
The perils of tweaking tribal identities
Two Nations, Two Destinies
The widely differing balance of power between the military and civilian leadership in India and Pakistan has significantly impacted democracy in the two countries
Crème de la Crème
The mainstream society thinks reservations are against right to equality. It’s high time they are seen in the context of right to justice.
