International Journal of Political Science

India is dealing with increasing pressure and serious problems because of the increase in illegal drugs being brought into the country. This makes existing weaknesses worse and makes the problems for society even bigger. Despite legislative efforts like the NDPS Act of 1985, substance abuse remains prevalent, especially among youth and in rural areas. Commonly abused drugs include marijuana, alcohol, and opioids, necessitating comprehensive intervention strategies. Government initiatives such as the NAPDDR and NMBA aim to combat substance abuse through awareness, education, treatment, and rehabilitation programs. Amendments to the NDPS Act reflect ongoing efforts to strengthen the legal framework. Leveraging technology and establishing de-addiction centers highlight India’s approach toward achieving a drug-free nation by 2047. Despite progress, addressing substance abuse requires sustained commitment, collaboration, and innovation, prioritizing prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation efforts. This paper, relying on a thorough analysis of secondary sources encompassing scholarly articles, research papers, government reports, constitutional provisions, newspapers, journals, and academic materials, critically analyses government policies while proposing strategies to mitigate drug abuse and steer India toward a drug-free future. Emphasizing collaboration, public awareness, prevention, and rehabilitation initiatives, the paper outlines a roadmap for combating substance abuse.
 

The current destabilising events near India’s frontiers, such as the Russia-Ukraine War, one of the worst periods in Pakistan, China’s persistent threat to annex Taiwan, the Taliban seizing control of Afghanistan and the world trying to recover from the effects of COVID 19 have made it a mandate for India to be self-reliant from the production of pharmaceuticals, meeting the needs of the nation’s agriculture and the requirements for defence for two front wars to start manufacturing export quality electronic products. The most important factors in geopolitics are one’s soft and hard power and each country concluding agreements that are in their own best interests through self-sufficiency. So, India developed the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” plan to achieve self-sufficiency, and as a result, the nation is implementing aggressive domestic and external policies to achieve independence in number of industries. Using the soft diplomacy to maximize the benefits from both economies, the nation is attempting to strike a balance in its relations with Russia and the United States. Oil, agricultural fertilizers, defence contracts, and market access are all enjoyed from Russia. Increased soft power, expanded relationship with the west, and a platform for production of technology are all benefits of the USA. Since there will be a high demand for technology in the upcoming years, producing electronic goods at an export-quality level will guarantee an economy driving at a good GDP growth rate, resulting in a strengthening of FOREX reserves, and ultimately preventing the rupee from depreciating significantly against the dollar which makes the following five to ten years crucial for the nation. Based on potential success of sectors such as defence, agriculture, electronics, pharmaceuticals; India may be able to join the global supply chain in that specific industry, allowing for longterm economic growth and development.
 

The intersection of accounting principles and national education policy presents a critical area of inquiry in the evolving landscape of educational governance and financial management. This study investigates the relationship between accounting practices and the goals, strategies, and implementation mechanisms outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP). Drawing upon a comprehensive literature review and empirical analysis, the study examines how accounting frameworks influence resource allocation, financial transparency, and accountability mechanisms within the education sector. Additionally, it explores the extent to which the NEP integrates accounting principles to enhance efficiency, equity, and quality in educational outcomes. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the interplay between accounting systems and educational policy frameworks, offering insights for policymakers, educators, and practitioners to optimize resource utilization and governance structures in support of national education objectives.
 

In the fabric of human civilization, the exchange of ideas, beliefs, and cultural practices between East and West has been a dynamic and multifaceted process, spanning millennia of history and shaping the collective consciousness of humanity. This study explores the transmission of Eastern mindset and trends to the Western world, tracing the journey from ancient roots to modern globalization. Beginning with the ancient wisdom of figures like Siddhartha Gautama, Confucius, and Laozi, the study elucidates how foundational philosophies from the East laid the groundwork for cross-cultural exchange. By embracing the rich fabric of human experience and fostering dialogue and understanding between East and West, we navigate towards a more interconnected and inclusive world.
 

A child is the most important asset of society and has a vital role to play in the development of nation. Children are the future of the country. The future of any country depends on how the children of that country are nurtured and nourished. But child sexual abuse is became threat to their development and development of the nation too. In India, Haryana is one of the state that highly in news because of child sexual abuse. However, Haryana is a progressing state economically but on the social front it is still backward and patriarchal. The Reflection of patriarchy and its effect on society at large are very evident in NCRB data. Moreover, the reported cases are much smaller than the actual number, because brining certain crimes into the notice of authorities will tarnish the image of victims. Though ‘The Protection of children from sexual offences act, 2012’ is strictly in action now, it possesses a lot of imperfections which challenges its effective implementation. This research article highlights the strengths of the act and at the same time, reflects the ethical and legal dilemmas we usually encounter in our day to day practice in Haryana.
 

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) played a critical role globally in alleviating the miseries of people suffering from the severe impact of the pandemic. In this context, CSR presented a pathway to defend customer trust, stakeholder confidence, and employees’ allegiance during the pandemic. The lesson learnt was that CSR practices are a significant tool for responding to a crisis. The transformation that COVID-19 brought upon the world has rendered old systems outdated. Corporations are, therefore, focused on aligning their practices with engrained socio-economic problems, like poverty, unemployment, and inequality, which the pandemic aggravated. The COVID-19 pandemic saw the concept of CSR tested intensely, a situation that has driven an increase in scholarly research and discourse. This paper revisits the quintessential debate on CSR in light of the pandemic and offers some primary investigation on how this affected the advances of CSR. An exploratory qualitative research methodology will be applied to analyse corporations’ CSR responses during the pandemic. We attest that the COVID-19 pandemic presented extensive opportunities for businesses to move to more genuine CSR, to step up to tackle pressing global social and environmental challenges, and to be partners in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. This paper examines the urgent requirement to comprehend and evaluate the CSR response from a readiness, response, regaining, risk mitigation, and resilience perspective. This examination will allow for better understanding, assessment, and measurement of the impact of both long- and short-term initiatives.
 

This study investigates the access and equity challenges faced by tribal students in higher education institutions in Telangana, India. Despite various governmental initiatives aimed at improving educational outcomes for tribal communities, significant disparities persist. This research employs a comparative analysis across selected universities in Telangana, focusing on enrolment rates, retention, academic performance, and support services tailored for tribal students. Data is gathered through a combination of quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with students, faculty, and administrators to gain a comprehensive understanding of the barriers and facilitators affecting tribal education. The findings reveal systemic inequities related to socio-economic status, cultural relevance of curricula, and the availability of financial and academic support. Moreover, the study highlights successful practices and policies implemented by certain institutions that promote inclusive education and enhance access for tribal students. The results underscore the need for targeted interventions to create a more equitable higher education landscape in Telangana, ultimately contributing to the empowerment of tribal communities and their representation in the academic sphere.
 

Police in India is not seen as friend of common public but as an oppressor. It is blamed often for corruption, misuse of power, misbehavior, lack of work culture etc. This study tries to take a look at the responses of general public regarding police through an empirical study done in January and February 2012 in Jhalawad district of Rajasthan in India. The study included 200 common people which included 100 men and 100 women and tools used were schedule, interview and observation.