What are the defining characteristics of the ‘global village’ in contemporary international relations, and which technological, economic, and sociopolitical factors have contributed to its emergence and consolidation?

30th June 2025 ~ Polity Prober

The ‘Global Village’ in Contemporary International Relations: Characteristics and Contributing Factors The term ‘global village’, originally popularized by media theorist Marshall McLuhan in the 1960s, has evolved into a widely used metaphor for describing the interconnectedness of contemporary global society. In international relations, the concept implies a compression of time and space facilitated by modern … Continue reading What are the defining characteristics of the ‘global village’ in contemporary international relations, and which technological, economic, and sociopolitical factors have contributed to its emergence and consolidation?

Critically analyse the structure and functions of NITI Aayog in the context of cooperative federalism and policy planning in contemporary India.

27th June 2025 ~ Polity Prober

NITI Aayog: Structure, Functions, and Its Role in Cooperative Federalism and Policy Planning in Contemporary India – A Critical Analysis Introduction The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog), established on January 1, 2015, replaced the Planning Commission as India’s apex policy think tank. Envisioned as a dynamic institution fostering cooperative federalism, NITI Aayog reflects … Continue reading Critically analyse the structure and functions of NITI Aayog in the context of cooperative federalism and policy planning in contemporary India.