Young India Foundation’s Post

The people’s verdict has rolled in — and YIF’s keeping an eye on how enthusiastically we’ve voted for the youth. Our new Lok Sabha appears to defy many expectations, and also repeat many patterns — most decisive of which is the age composition of our elected leaders. The nation has voted in 7 Indians under the age of 30, tallying the youth representation in the Lok Sabha at 1.2%. This is in line with youth representation patterns from the previous Lok Sabha, where youth representation stood at a similar 0.68%. Do you believe these results herald in a new age for youth political participation? We’re monitoring the results 24/7 to ensure you’re up to date with the composition of our 18th Lok Sabha. Keep an eye on this space for more!

Interview video link: https://lnkd.in/dmUCDUVt In an interview on Global TV HD, the founder of "Education in Every Home," Homraj Acharya, discussed essential factors for a country to progress to a middle-income status within 10-15 years. These factors include the need for a democratically elected president or prime minister in Nepal, the importance of making the bureaucratic system more adaptable, understanding both internal and external policy intentions and how to effectively utilize resources and tools, emphasizing that policy makers should not overlook the well-being of Nepali citizens when creating policies, evaluating the true significance of national pride projects, acknowledging and addressing the persistent issue of caste discrimination, and recognizing the importance of respecting labor rights. #educationineveryhome #DemocracyForNepal #AdaptableBureaucracy #PolicyUnderstanding #CitizensWellBeing #NationalPrideProjects #CasteDiscriminationAwareness #LaborRightsRespect #MiddleIncomeProgress #NepalDevelopment #ResourceUtilization

the recently passed women's reservation bill calls for 33 per cent female representation in the lok sabha, state assemblies, and delhi's national capital territory. even if the reservation is going to come into effect only in 2029, the reverberations of the historic legislation will be felt in 2024 itself. in the meantime, proposals should be fine tuned to ensure that when it becomes an act, it is not mere tokenism for women’s political representation. it is a fact that local bodies are better represented, with the share of women in panchayati raj institutions well above 50% in several states. lessons must be imbibed on how women at the grassroots level have broken all sorts of barriers, from patriarchal mindsets at home to not being taken seriously in their official duties, and made a difference. what's your hot take on this? tell us in the comments below 👇

#Children's #Manifesto Why this petition matters Started by NINEISMINE | PRATYeK Nearly 970 million people will cast their votes during this General Elections India. However, over 444 million child-citizens will not be able to engage in sacred democratic exercise yet they will impacted by the policies, laws, budgets decided upon by their elected representatives. We therefore call upon all individual and independent candidates and all political parties to adopt a strong focus on children in their party manifestos and in their election campaigns. We urge all political manifestos to cover in detail and commit to the following issues of children Budget and Law for All Children Health and Survival of Every Child Advocacy by and Participation of, for and by All Children Rights and Entitlements of each Child Accessibility for and Inclusion of the Last Child Trust and protection of Every Child Sansar (Earth) and All children ecological rights Vikas (Development) and the complete growth of Every Child "...as detailed in the original manifesto of, for, and by the children, the development of children leads to the development of the country, the world, and everyone. (Bacchon ka Vikas, Sansar ka Vikas, Sabka Vikas) See more at https://www.nineismine.in/ https://lnkd.in/gtmvkfeh

Democracy thrives when young voices are heard. While the country was gearing up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC) surveyed young individuals aged 18 to 40 to gain insights into their voting experiences, awareness levels, and encounters with political information. The findings revealed a concerning reality: including political scepticism amongst the youth, inability to discern misinformation/fake news, and logistical challenges relating to voting. Recognizing these critical issues, it is imperative to address barriers to participation effectively. Through strategic measures aimed at overcoming obstacles, fostering trust, and enhancing civic education, we can elevate youth engagement in the electoral process. Which of these challenges resonates with YOU, and how do you think we can resolve them? Share your thoughts in the comments. Here's the link to the factsheet: https://lnkd.in/gRK8BX23 Anushka Singh | Gunjan Periwal | Surabhi Malhotra (She/Her) | Jaanvi Saraf | Shipra Baduni | Youth Ki Awaaz | Yuvaa | Feminism In India | Nyaaya | mumbaivotes.com | The Informed Voters Project |

Clarifying the differences in political participation of #Christian and #Ahmadi minorities in #Pakistan particularly in context of voting rights: #Ahmadis, unique among religious minorities, have a separate electoral roll, even after restoration of #joint electorate in 2002, leading them to abstain from voting due to ideological beliefs. In contrast, #Christians participate actively in the joint electoral system, significantly influencing election outcomes in various constituencies. Reserved seats for non-Muslims, introduced in 1976 by Bhutto, aimed to exclude #Ahmadis from voting, inadvertently affecting other minorities, including #Christians. This move laid the groundwork for Zia's separate electorate system, marking a deep division and segregation among minorities, with Christians notably impacted. Furthermore, reserved seats, akin to those allocated for women, are meant for additional representation, not to restrict voting rights. Does the nomination of women through proportional representation to these seats imply a loss of their voting rights, similarly for minorities?

Why grassroots women leaders struggle to reach Lok Sabha The journey of grassroots women leaders, empowered by the 73rd and 74th constitutional amendments providing one-third reservation in panchayats, is fraught with challenges. Many women who contest elections from reserved seats do not return to political life after their term ends. In India’s political realm, where familial legacies often overshadow the tenacity and resolve of grassroots women leaders, underscore the formidable hurdles they encounter in carving out their political niche. The complexities of gender, class, caste, economic status and political background significantly shape their electoral journey https://lnkd.in/dgMh7rPS #loksabhaelections #loksabha2024 #womenempowerment #businessline #radheshyamjadhav

Today is #LeaveAReviewDay So here's the #bookreview of the latest by Juggernaut Books "How We Vote" by Surjit S. Bhalla. While our Loksabha Elections might be done and dusted, this book is beyond that. When I started reading the book I thought it would cover the voting system from the just-got-our-independence days till the current year. While Surjit has included the range of years post-independence and the recent decade of the BJP government; there have been references to the coalition government also. The impact of the Modi years is being touched upon more in the book. The reason could be that it’s the most recent memory of a government that people can recollect or think about. If you read this book expecting predictions about election outcomes then you need not pick up this book please! Read this book to – 🇮🇳Understand the factors influencing voting behaviors 🇮🇳Growth and educational impact 🇮🇳Gender behavior during the voting months 🇮🇳Poverty and income correlation with employment opportunities and promises 🇮🇳GDP might be a good word to use but difficult to understand in terms of voting 🇮🇳International viewpoints about India and her growth story #QOTD - Would you pick this book? Reply in comments. Note: Yes I actually read and then review books! 😃 #bookreader #bookreviewer #juggernautbooks #howindiavotes