#Bangladesh
Counting What Counts: Understanding India’s Committee on Demographic Change
Globally, including in India, the majority’s share in population is declining. Indian neighbourhoods present a contrast. So, what’s the significance of the High-Level Committee on Demographic Change in India?
Decoded: Unprecedented ‘reverse migration’ of Bangladeshi illegals
‘Reverse migration’ of illegal Bangladeshi migrants from India has hit the headlines. But, what has triggered this? How did the illegal migrants go undetected in India for years?
Why is India tough on infiltration, demographic change in eastern states?
The humanitarian refugee crisis during Partition and 1971 war later evolved into a long-term infiltration challenge for India, shaping demographic tensions across eastern India.
Counting What Counts: Understanding India’s Committee on Demographic Change
Globally, including in India, the majority’s share in population is declining. Indian neighborhoods present a contrast. So, what’s the significance of the High-Level Committee on Demographic Change in India?
How is the world tackling the issue of illegal migrants?
The world is shifting away from the humanitarian view of illegal migrants to a security-centric approach. Let’s understand the ‘Why’ and ‘How’ of this, and the Indian context.
What does Census data show about India’s eastern border districts?
Border districts show contiguous Hindu decline and Muslim rise (1991–2011), raising concerns about illegal migration, land encroachment, communal violence, vote-bank politics, and national security.