Central & South Asia
Are Tamil Brahmins Finally Shifting Their Outlook on Caste?
Are we seeing signs of change among the traditionally conservative Tamil Brahmin community?
Afghanistan’s Public Intellectuals Fail to Denounce the Taliban
The exponents of Afghan ethno-nationalism desperately aim to present a benign image of the Taliban.
India’s Reasons For Abstaining in the UN on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Historic ties, military equipment, geopolitical imperatives and a trust deficit between Indian and American ruling parties lie behind India’s UN abstentions.
Industrialization and Innovation Could Make the Indian Economy Takeoff
India missed the previous industrial revolutions but can finally industrialize because of global tailwinds, cost-advantages and improvement in domestic innovation.
The Politics Behind the Hijab Ban
The attempt to deny the right to sartorial choice is against the Indian Constitution and will impact the education of Muslim female students.
Does the US Have Leverage to Advocate for Women’s Rights in Afghanistan?
The US can exert pressure on behalf of Afghan women to demand their right to work and education are honored.
India Disappoints Its Friends and Admirers
It might be time to acknowledge that India’s performance has been underwhelming to merit the kind of expectations that have formed the basis of recent US policy.
