Myriad Challenges of the Coasts of India
Monitoring from space, aerial and in situ platforms in coastal regions will help develop models for interactions between ecological and anthropogenic processes, helping sustainable management of coast...
Perspectives on Coastal Research
The Indian coastline sustains unique habitats that are subjected to increasing anthropogenic stressors. The National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), engaged in addressing coastal concerns over thr...
Our Fragile Coasts: Scientific Approaches and Solutions
The Indian coasts hold diverse geomorphological features—mudflats, rocky shores, cliffs, sandy beaches and deltaic reaches that shelter unique ecosystems. However, significant sections of the coastlin...
IMPACT ARTICLES
Mahila Gram Sabha-The Mewat Experience
Reservation alone does not suffice meaningful participation of elected women representatives. This initiative needs to be complemented by providing space and opportunities for the women leaders to dis...
Milestones of the panchayat through central schemes
The 73rd Amendment Act of 1992 provided constitutional status to the panchayati raj institutions, formalised with a three tier pyramidal structure.
Networking women in panchayat
A powerful support structure through a women leaders’ network, to build an alliance, conscientize leader groups towards women-centric issues and orient the elected women representatives to the methods...
Panchayat Sashaktikaran Abhiyan
The centrally sponsored scheme launched in March 2013 to strengthen the panchayati raj system across the country addresses critical gaps that constrain it. It aims to break the cycle of low capacity a...
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Mahila Gram Sabha-The Mewat Experience
Reservation alone does not suffice meaningful participation of elected women representatives. This initiative needs to be complemented by providing space and opportunities for the women leaders to discharge their duties and exercise their power. In addition, a platform is required for women to voice their needs. A mahila gram sabha is one such platform in the planning and decision making process.
Milestones of the panchayat through central schemes
The 73rd Amendment Act of 1992 provided constitutional status to the panchayati raj institutions, formalised with a three tier pyramidal structure.
Networking women in panchayat
A powerful support structure through a women leaders’ network, to build an alliance, conscientize leader groups towards women-centric issues and orient the elected women representatives to the methods of tackling problems is imperative.