Article 19

Category: Op-Eds

  • Modern Problems, Not so Modern Solutions

    Maybe we are too busy making this world a ‘better’ place that we have stopped caring about who all can live in it. Maybe we will develop some technology to solve this. Maybe there are just maybes until we realize that its too late. But it’s still easy to smile at a security on the… Read More

    3–4 minutes

  • Role Played by Third-wave feminism in the rise of Conservatism globally

    There has been a steady rise of conservatism around the globe. Conservative parties have assumed power in the last decade in India, the USA, and Brazil. Internet icons like Andrew Tate who represent ultra-conservative, ultra-masculine values enjoy massive popularity. The ‘Trad-wife’ is the new ideal. But what are the reasons behind this shift? Is it… Read More

    2–3 minutes

  • Unmasking Orthodoxy – TM Krishna’s Sangita Kalanidhi and the clash of Tradition and Reform

    The Madras Music Academy, an institution etched into the cultural tapestry of this art flourishing city has for long been a bastion of tradition. Yet, within our current socio-political landscape- where culture too often serves as a code for rigid artistic orthodoxy and heritage is weaponized- the Academy has taken a surprising turn, or perhaps… Read More

    3–5 minutes

  • AI and Creativity

    The rapid growth of Machine Learning and Data Science is propelling us into a new age where technology and AI will pervade and permeate all over our lives. Besides making our lives easier and easier, it is forcing us to confront some fundamental existential questions about what makes us Human. Darwin pulled us down from… Read More

    2–3 minutes

  • Abortion- a Human Right

    For too long, women have been denied control over their own bodies, relegated to the status of vessels for reproduction rather than autonomous beings with inherent dignity and rights. This article argues for recognising right to abortion as a human right, examining its history, challenges and future prospects. Read More

    12–18 minutes

  • In Defence of India’s Population

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    This article argues against viewing population as a liability, emphasizing the potential of India’s young demographic. It advocates for individual choice regarding family planning and urges governance to harness human capital instead of perpetuating doom-laden narratives. Read More

    6–9 minutes

  • A Rigourous Aristotelian Defense of Professors Arriving Unprepared to Class

    “A master of any art avoids excess and defect, but seeks the intermediate and chooses this.” (Aristotle, 350 B.C.E.). Read More

    4–6 minutes

  • Embracing Interdisciplinarity

    In recent years, “interdisciplinarity” has become a buzzword in academic curricula worldwide, reflecting a growing recognition of the need for a comprehensive understanding through the integration of diverse viewpoints and expertise. This trend highlights the importance of breaking down traditional academic silos to address complex, multifaceted phenomena more effectively. Read More

    2–3 minutes

  • Tech-Whistle

    If you are one of the very few people who follow the politics of tech, you must have seen the shift of major tech from the commitments to two D’s (democracy and diversity) in 2020 to supporting the exact opposite of that today. Read More

    4–6 minutes

  • The Inclusive Commons: Redefining Campus Landscape of Accessibility

    Inclusion is not merely a buzzword; it’s a fundamental value shaping the ethos of educational institutions. In an era where inclusivity is paramount, our campus has made significant strides in supporting students with special needs. From the efforts of the Inclusive Education Cell to the empathetic actions of peers, there is much to commend.  Read More

    3–5 minutes