Les Comrades

LPU protests and the sickening state of women in India.

The appointment of the chief election commissioner: The sham independence of the country's most independent commission.

Can we promote change without being called fragile?

I'm on the right track, baby, I was born to survive

How secular is our secularism?

Witness or Weapon?

Exploring the question of Brain Drain and how the government is handling it.

If India's data lives on foreign servers,how sovereign is it really?

What is a home and who can be a part of it? this is the question that a recent Gujarat bill asks and we seek to answer.

When does protection become restriction? When does care become deprivation?

Unique vulnerability in sexual assault cases

Anti-Semitism vs. Anti-Zionism

Intellect or Vanity?

A view of the general patriarchy. For a deeper view dive into the article.

The Constitution of India promises equality before law. But does India's policing system always deliver on that promise?

From overcrowded classrooms and faculty shortages to limited research opportunities and unequal access, Les Comrades examines the challenges facing India's higher education ecosystem.

Marks, memorisation, and discipline have long defined academic success. But where do creativity, dissent, and critical thinking fit in? Les Comrades explores the question.

An insight into the barriers hidden within India's urban landscape, exploring why accessibility must become a cornerstone of modern city planning rather than an afterthought.

Should there be educational qualifications for politicians? A debate since time immemorial.

Silence is not always peaceful; it can also be the absence of questions, criticism, and participation, and that is something to fear.

What happens when those in power become untouchable? From political corruption to the abuse of women. Les Comrades examines the intersection of power, corruption, and violence against women in India.

Who really runs your neighborhood and in whose interest? Les Comrades looks into the risks of unchecked power in RWAs.

Some argue the capital punishment delivers justice. Others argue it crosses a moral line that no state should cross. Les Comrades explores the ethics of the death penalty and the enduring question of whether justice can coexist with irreversible punishment.

When economic growth outpaces institutional safeguards, the costs often emerge in inequality, environmental degradation, weakened accountability, and social vulnerability. Les Comrades explores why India’s development story must be evaluated beyond GDP, and how the strength of its safeguards may determine the sustainability of its future.

Does the right to vote guarantee fairness of every vote? Les comrades explores Gerrymandering and how electoral boundaries shape political outcomes.

For many survivors, the trauma does not end with the abuse. Les Comrades examines the barriers, stigma, and institutional challenges faced by survivors of sexual violence in India.

In an age of unlimited information, why are extreme beliefs finding new audiences? Les Comrades investigates the rise of extremism among Gen Z.

Empowerment, activism, representation, and change, fourth-wave feminism has taken many forms. Les Comrades explores how women across the world are riding this wave in their own ways.

A student perspective on the Great Nicobar Project, its promise of development, and the environmental and tribal concerns that make the issue far from simple.

An examination of the Election Commission of India, the 2023 appointment changes, and whether democratic neutrality remains protected when selection power rests closer to the ruling government.

An examination of the FCRA amendments, the 2020 overhaul, and the growing debate between national security and civil society freedom.

Clean cities, unequal dignity. Les Comrades questions why caste still defines how sanitation workers are seen and treated.

When the watchdog is questioned, who guards accountability? Les Comrades examines allegations of corruption within the Lokpal.

A look at why elephants are entering human areas more often, how the conflict affects villagers and wildlife, and what India can do to reduce harm on both sides.

Energy security or new risks? Les Comrades examines the Shakti Act2025 and what it could mean for India’s nuclear future.

When disaster strikes, are India’s fire brigades truly prepared or merely expected to cope? Les Comrades examines the state of firefighting infrastructure in India.

A reflection on how mob lynching affects not only victims, but witnesses, marginalised communities, and the children who inherit fear from a system that fails to protect them.

Good intentions don’t always guarantee good conditions. Les Comrades investigates dog shelters to separate perception from reality.

History rarely begins with violence. It begins with words. How can language slowly turn into policy and power?

Examining the evolving role of Governors in Indian state politics, questioning their constitutional position, discretionary powers, and growing political significance.

A looks at the human reality of prison conditions in India and the urgent need for dignity, healthcare, and reform.

When people measure themselves against others who appear extremely fit, intelligent, or successful, it can lead to crippling self-doubt, low self-esteem, and even suicidal thoughts.

A look at how gender bias shapes medicine, mental health research, AI, and academic visibility, and why inclusive research is essential for credible science.

A look at how long-hour work culture is promoted in India, why it harms employees, and why workplaces need smarter work rather than endless work.

A short explanation of survivorship bias through World War II aircraft, investing, and the need to study both successful and unsuccessful outcomes.

Recognizing non-consensual sex within marriage as a crime is essential for safeguarding women's rights and addressing gender-based violence.

An examination of how religion and commerce overlap through pilgrimage economies, televangelism, religious merchandise, donations, and questions of transparency.

An overview of modern slavery, its forms, its scale in India and globally, and why ending it requires legal, economic, and moral responsibility.

Can we afford to waste our energy on manufactured outrage when real challenges remain unresolved in our country?

Why is Science the default and Arts the backup?

A look at civic responsibility in India, why civic sense is often missing, how it affects society, and what education, awareness, and enforcement can do.

Same work but different pay is the reality for many women across India, but why so?

A child, who once had the world open to her, might be pulled out of school, kept indoors, or even married off before she's had the chance to explore her full potential, simply because their bodies matured a bit too soon.

Taking control of your finances as a young student can empower you and set the foundation for a secure future.

An examination of the interplay between power, privilege and the institutions which are supposed to treat everyone as equals.

Can an act rooted in brutal colonial repression continue to be used in today's day and age without justification? Do the ends really justify the means?

In the tapestry of life, trauma weaves a thread that echoes through generations, a silent whisper in the stories untold.

The 1975 Emergency was a blot on Indian Democracy and its essential that we remember and understand and its effect on India.

When protection of children turns into a witch hunt against consent young adults, innocence is put on trial.

To help the most downtrodden, we must first understand their concerns and become their voices. Prostitutes face marginalization from society and the law, so we must amplify their voices.

An investigation into whether Gen Z is actually lazy or just the fresh head on the chopping block of age.

Secularism is an integral part of governance and policies, but used maliciously, can also leave identities erased.

Understanding black money is vital in today's day and age, where institutions are trying to combat its rise and not achieving much success.

Understanding fascism is crucial not only for students of history but for all of us who value democracy and human rights. By learning from the past, we can better protect our future and promote a more just and free society.

We all have heard of plagiarism, but do we actually understand it and it's implications?

Unveiling the Double-Edged Sword of Social Media: Navigating the Ups and Downs.

The underreporting of male victims of abuse and violence is rooted in societal stereotypes, contributing to legal challenges, limited support services, and judicial bias.

An exploration of the convoluted relation between explicit media and its exposure to adolescents.

An investigation into the origins of Censorship and its changing shape and form in the digital era.

An examination of delays in India’s judicial system, from pending cases and judge vacancies to undertrial prisoners and high-profile cases that stretched across years.

Teenagers are not complicated. they are just way too vast to understood in one go.

"Media in the Political Crossfire" investigates the intricate interplay between media and politics. It assesses how media influences political narratives, shapes public perceptions, and impacts governance. This study delves into the challenges, responsibilities, and evolving dynamics, unraveling the critical role of media in shaping the modern socio-political landscape.

An examination of the history, legality and popularism of the "swift justice" served by extrajudicial killings.

A deep dive into the hipocracies faced by the LGBTQIA+ community in living an equal existence.

An opinion piece exploring the ideology communism and how it functions in an idealistic society.