{"id":94725,"date":"2026-03-25T10:08:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T04:38:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=94725"},"modified":"2026-03-25T11:01:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T05:31:20","slug":"daily-editorial-analysis-25-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/daily-editorial-analysis-25-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily Editorial Analysis 25 March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Deepening Global Corruption as a Pointer for India<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Transparency International\u2019s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025 presents a troubling global picture: corruption is intensifying, weakening <strong>democratic accountability<\/strong>, eroding <strong>public institutions<\/strong>, and narrowing civic freedoms.<\/li>\n<li>The global average score has declined to 42, with most countries below 50 and only a few maintaining high standards of <strong>transparency<\/strong> and <strong>institutional integrity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>This reflects a systemic decline in governance quality worldwide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Global Decline and Its Implications<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The global trend reveals a strong link between weakening oversight mechanisms and rising corruption.<\/li>\n<li>Countries with reduced civil liberties and compromised institutional independence tend to experience worsening governance outcomes.<\/li>\n<li>The shrinking number of high-performing nations underscores a regression in <strong>accountability frameworks<\/strong> and <strong>regulatory standards<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Corruption is increasingly embedded within governance systems, affecting both developed and developing economies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>India\u2019s Position: Growth Without Governance Gains<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>India, with a CPI score of 39 and rank of 91, remains in the lower half globally.<\/li>\n<li>Despite significant economic growth, its score has stagnated over a decade, indicating limited progress in <strong>governance reform<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>While India performs better than some neighbours, it lags behind countries that have strengthened <strong>institutional capacity<\/strong>, <strong>policy consistency<\/strong>, and <strong>regulatory predictability<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>This divergence highlights a mismatch between economic expansion and improvements in public sector accountability.<\/li>\n<li>Sustained growth without parallel institutional strengthening risks undermining long-term development goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Why Corruption Perceptions Matter and Economic Costs of Corruption<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Why Corruption Perceptions Matter<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The CPI reflects perceived levels of public sector integrity, drawing from multiple indicators such as judicial effectiveness, public procurement, and regulatory enforcement.<\/li>\n<li>A low score signals concerns about transparency deficits and weak accountability systems.<\/li>\n<li>These perceptions influence investment climate, sovereign risk, and capital allocation. Investors prioritize stable environments with strong governance credibility.<\/li>\n<li>Thus, corruption is not merely an ethical issue but a critical determinant of economic <strong>competitiveness<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economic Costs of Corruption<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Corruption imposes substantial economic costs by increasing transaction costs, fostering inefficiencies, and encouraging <strong>rent-seeking behaviour<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Globally, it accounts for significant losses in output. In India, estimates suggest direct losses of around 0.5% of GDP, rising to 1\u20131.5% when indirect effects are included.<\/li>\n<li>These losses translate into reduced spending on infrastructure development, healthcare systems, education investment, and industrial growth.<\/li>\n<li>Corruption diverts resources away from productive uses, weakening overall <strong>economic efficiency<\/strong> and slowing development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Structural Challenges: The Compliance Burden<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A major structural issue lies in India\u2019s complex compliance architecture.<\/li>\n<li>Thousands of legal provisions, many involving criminal liability, create a burdensome regulatory environment.<\/li>\n<li>Entrepreneurs must navigate extensive compliance obligations, increasing uncertainty and costs.<\/li>\n<li>This complexity expands <strong>discretionary power<\/strong> among officials, raising the likelihood of corruption.<\/li>\n<li>Instead of ensuring compliance, excessive regulation often fosters informal practices and weakens <strong>ease of doing business<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Simplification of laws and reduction of criminal provisions are essential for improving <strong>regulatory transparency<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Encouraging Trends: The Role of Digital Governance<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Despite challenges, India has made progress through digital public infrastructure. Reforms such as direct benefit transfers have reduced leakages in welfare delivery.<\/li>\n<li>The Reserve Bank of India\u2019s Digital Payments Index shows rising financial digitisation, while the Goods and Services Tax Network has enhanced <strong>tax transparency<\/strong> and formalisation.<\/li>\n<li>Digital systems reduce human discretion, strengthen <strong>traceability<\/strong>, and limit opportunities for corruption.<\/li>\n<li>These initiatives demonstrate how <strong>technology-driven governance<\/strong> can improve efficiency and accountability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Balancing Economic Ambition with Institutional Reform<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>India\u2019s ambition to become a $10 trillion economy requires alignment between economic growth and institutional strengthening.<\/li>\n<li>Without improvements in governance, rapid expansion may create structural imbalances. Corruption undermines fiscal efficiency, weakens regulatory credibility, and erodes social trust.<\/li>\n<li>Addressing these issues requires sustained reforms focused on <strong>judicial efficiency<\/strong>, <strong>policy transparency<\/strong>, <strong>institutional independence<\/strong>, and <strong>administrative simplification<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Incremental and consistent improvements are more effective than short-term enforcement measures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The CPI 2025 serves as a benchmark highlighting the need for stronger governance.<\/li>\n<li>India\u2019s <strong>constitutional framework<\/strong>, <strong>democratic institutions<\/strong>, and growing <strong>digital capacity<\/strong> provide a solid foundation, however, persistent corruption perceptions indicate gaps in implementation.<\/li>\n<li>Long-term progress depends on cumulative reforms that enhance <strong>accountability<\/strong>, strengthen <strong>institutional resilience<\/strong>, and improve <strong>governance standards<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Aligning institutional quality with economic ambition is essential for sustainable and inclusive development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Deepening Global Corruption as a Pointer for India FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1. <\/strong>What does the CPI 2025 indicate about global corruption?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans. <\/strong>The CPI 2025 indicates that global corruption is increasing and weakening democratic accountability and institutions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2. <\/strong>How has India performed in the CPI 2025?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans. <\/strong>India has scored 39 and remains in the lower half, showing stagnation in governance despite economic growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3.<\/strong> Why do corruption perceptions matter economically?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans. <\/strong>Corruption perceptions affect investment decisions, sovereign risk, and overall economic competitiveness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4.<\/strong> What is a key structural issue in India\u2019s governance system?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans. <\/strong>A major issue is the complex compliance architecture that increases regulatory burden and discretionary power.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5. <\/strong>What role does digital governance play in reducing corruption?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans. <\/strong>Digital governance improves transparency, reduces leakages, and limits opportunities for discretionary corruption.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/deepening-global-corruption-as-a-pointer-for-india\/article70780770.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>The Judicial Push for Environmental CSR<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>India has positioned itself as a global leader in corporate accountability through the <strong>Companies Act, 2013<\/strong>, which mandates profit-sharing for social development under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).<\/li>\n<li>This progressive framework was designed to channel corporate resources toward national development goals.<\/li>\n<li>However, despite its broad vision<strong>, environmental sustainability<\/strong> has remained a relatively neglected domain within CSR.<\/li>\n<li>At a time when India faces severe ecological challenges, such as air pollution, water scarcity, and poor waste management, this imbalance raises serious concerns about the long-term sustainability of growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Judicial Intervention and Constitutional Mandate<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A significant shift in the discourse on CSR has emerged through recent Supreme Court observations.<\/li>\n<li>By invoking <strong>Article 51A(g)<\/strong> of the Constitution, the judiciary has reframed environmental responsibility as a constitutional duty rather than discretionary charity.<\/li>\n<li>This interpretation establishes that the <strong>right to conduct business<\/strong> is inherently linked to the obligation to protect and restore the environment.<\/li>\n<li>The Court\u2019s intervention, particularly in response to the neglect of the Great Indian Bustard\u2019s habitat by energy companies, underscores the urgency of integrating ecological concerns into corporate decision-making.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Skewed CSR Funding Patterns<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>An analysis of CSR expenditure over the past seven years reveals <strong>a clear imbalance in funding priorities. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Corporations have overwhelmingly favoured human-centric sectors, with education receiving approximately <strong>38% of funds, healthcare 22%,<\/strong> and rural development 10%.<\/li>\n<li>In contrast, environmental initiatives account for only 7\u20139% of CSR spending.<\/li>\n<li>This disparity indicates that companies often perceive environmental issues as less immediate compared to social needs, resulting in chronic underinvestment in sustainability efforts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Examples of Positive Environmental Initiatives<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Despite the overall imbalance, certain corporations have demonstrated that impactful environmental action is <strong>both achievable and beneficial.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Large-scale initiatives in afforestation, water conservation, and waste management highlight the potential of CSR to contribute meaningfully to ecological restoration.<\/li>\n<li>These efforts not only generate measurable environmental benefits but also integrate community livelihoods with conservation.<\/li>\n<li>However, such examples remain exceptions, as <strong>most companies continue to prioritise short-term,<\/strong> highly visible projects over long-term ecological commitments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Challenges in Environmental Restoration<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>One of the key reasons for the neglect of environmental CSR lies in the <strong>inherent complexity of restoration projects. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Unlike social initiatives that yield quick and easily measurable results, ecological restoration requires long-term investment, scientific expertise, and continuous monitoring.<\/li>\n<li>India\u2019s limited progress toward its <strong>Bonn Challenge<\/strong> targets illustrates this challenge, with corporate contributions to land restoration remaining minimal.<\/li>\n<li>Additionally, corporations often favour initiatives that provide immediate visibility, such as awareness campaigns or rapid plantation techniques like Miyawaki forests.<\/li>\n<li>While these projects may enhance corporate image, they can sometimes compromise native biodiversity and <strong>fail to address deeper ecological issues. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Structural challenges, including urban bias in project selection, inadequate policies for degraded lands, and weak collaboration with forest departments and experts, further hinder effective restoration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The Way Forward<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Need for Strategic Reorientation<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The current scenario calls for a <strong>fundamental rethinking of CSR strategies<\/strong>, shifting from fragmented efforts to a comprehensive ecosystem recovery approach.<\/li>\n<li>This transition requires redefining success metrics to include tangible ecological outcomes such as soil health, water retention, and biodiversity regeneration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Moving beyond conventional compliance-based auditing<\/strong>, corporations must adopt time-bound restoration goals supported by scientific assessment.<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration will play a crucial role in this transformation.<\/li>\n<li>Partnerships between government agencies, academic institutions, conservation organisations, and local communities can help build specialised restoration units guided by ecological expertise.<\/li>\n<li>Furthermore, <strong>innovative financial mechanisms<\/strong>, such as restoration trusts or escrow funds, can ensure sustained funding for long-term projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Towards Ecosystem-Centric Corporate Governance<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>To achieve meaningful change, corporate governance in India must evolve from a shareholder-centric model to an ecosystem-centric one.<\/li>\n<li>Businesses <strong>need to recognise the environment as a critical stakeholder<\/strong>, with directors acting as fiduciaries of both financial and natural capital.<\/li>\n<li>Environmental sustainability should no longer be treated as a peripheral obligation but as an integral component of business strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>India stands at a critical juncture where the <strong>integration of ecological priorities<\/strong> into CSR is both necessary and urgent.<\/li>\n<li>While the country has taken significant steps toward institutionalising corporate responsibility, the <strong>environmental dimension requires far greater attention<\/strong> and investment.<\/li>\n<li>By <strong>embracing an ecosystem-centric approach<\/strong> and aligning corporate actions with constitutional and ecological imperatives, <strong>India can pave the way for truly sustainable development<\/strong>, where economic progress and environmental preservation go hand in hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The Judicial Push for Environmental CSR FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1. <\/strong>What is the main purpose of CSR under the Companies Act, 2013?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The main purpose of CSR is to ensure that companies contribute a portion of their profits toward social development.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2.<\/strong> Why is environmental CSR considered neglected in India?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> Environmental CSR is neglected because most funds are directed toward sectors like education and healthcare rather than sustainability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3.<\/strong> How has the Supreme Court changed the view of environmental responsibility?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The Supreme Court has declared environmental responsibility as a constitutional duty linked to the right to conduct business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4.<\/strong> What is one major challenge in environmental restoration projects?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> One major challenge is that restoration projects require long-term investment and scientific expertise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5.<\/strong> What shift is needed in corporate governance?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> Corporate governance needs to shift from a shareholder-centric approach to an ecosystem-centric approach.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong>The Hindu<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>The Case for Plea Bargaining in India &#8211; Revitalising Justice Delivery<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>According to Cesare Beccaria\u2019s principle, the certainty and swiftness of punishment are more effective than severity.<\/li>\n<li>In the Indian context, mounting <strong>judicial pendency<\/strong> and delayed justice highlight the urgent need for systemic reforms, with plea bargaining emerging as a potential solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>India\u2019s Judicial Backlog &#8211; A Structural Crisis<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Over 5 crore<\/strong> pending cases in Indian courts, with about 4.76 crore cases pending in district and subordinate courts, 63 lakh in High Courts, and 92,000 in the Supreme Court of India.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>80%<\/strong> backlog concentrated at district level impacts common citizens directly.<\/li>\n<li>Pandemic exacerbated delays despite reforms like e-Courts Project, Fast-track courts, and Lok Adalats.<\/li>\n<li>Hence, the issue is structural, not merely administrative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Consequences of Delayed Justice<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Human costs<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>For victims, long legal battles can mean a <strong>second trauma<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>For pre-trial detainees, delayed trials mean years of imprisonment before they are found guilty or acquitted.<\/li>\n<li>For individuals involved in civil disputes, such as property or divorce cases, protracted legal battles can result in substantial financial and emotional losses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economic costs<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>A slow justice system makes it harder to enforce contracts, raises the<strong> cost of doing business <\/strong>and dissipates investor confidence.<\/li>\n<li>It sends the wrong signal to the investors about the country\u2019s investment climate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Institutional legitimacy<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>For example, delayed justice weakens public trust, and leads to a crisis of legitimacy in the legal system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Plea Bargaining &#8211; Concept and Evolution<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Introduction:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Plea bargaining is a <strong>relatively new concept<\/strong> in India\u2019s formal criminal justice system.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>2005 <\/strong>amendment to the Code of Criminal Procedure formally introduced plea bargaining into the Indian criminal justice system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: It allows the accused to take responsibility for the crime on their own terms, usually by agreeing to a deal that includes lower charges or a lighter sentence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Significance<\/strong>: When practised in a way that is fair and legal, this can serve the interests of both the state and the accused by allowing the case to proceed more <strong>quickly and efficiently<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Global practice:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Experiences from the US, England, Canada and Australia, show that negotiated dispute resolution mechanisms are some of the best ways to deal with large volumes of cases.<\/li>\n<li>In fact, <strong>over 90% of criminal cases<\/strong> in the US are settled through plea deals instead of full trials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Status of Plea Bargaining in India<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Underutilised tool: <\/strong>Used in less than <strong>1%<\/strong> of cases even after two decades.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key barriers:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Procedural hesitation<\/li>\n<li>Lack of incentives for lawyers<\/li>\n<li>Limited awareness among prosecutors, defence lawyers, and litigants<\/li>\n<li>Institutional inertia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Why Plea Bargaining Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Managing case burden: <\/strong>Neither a judiciary capable of withstanding greater workloads nor improved infrastructure alone will be sufficient to have any effect.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reducing uncertainty: <\/strong>The outcome of a trial can be highly uncertain, costly, and time-consuming. Plea-bargaining presents an alternative to both parties to arrive at a mutual agreement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Efficient resource allocation: <\/strong>Negotiated settlements allow police, prosecutors and courts to devote their time and resources to complicated and serious crimes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Victim-centric justice: <\/strong>Victims would prefer that cases be resolved quickly with the confession of the guilty.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Systemic efficiency: <\/strong>Effective plea bargaining makes the justice system work better as a whole.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Challenges in Implementation and Way Forward<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Risk of coercion or extortion: <\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>National mission<\/strong> for negotiated justice &#8211; A \u201cSahmati Samadhan Nyaya Mission\u201d to promote plea bargaining and pre-trial settlements.<\/li>\n<li>Safeguards and oversight &#8211; Prevent coercion, ensure transparency and voluntariness.<\/li>\n<li>Judicial role &#8211; Courts to actively encourage early settlement mechanisms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perception of compromised justice: <\/strong>Awareness and legal literacy &#8211; Educate litigants on benefits of plea bargaining.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lack of standardised procedures: <\/strong>National protocol &#8211; As suggested by Attorney General R. Venkataramani, to standardise guidelines for uniform implementation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weak institutional capacity and training: <\/strong>Institutional reforms &#8211; Training prosecutors in fair negotiation, and ensuring institutional readiness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Misaligned incentives for legal professionals: <\/strong>Incentive alignment &#8211; Reform fee structures for lawyers to encourage settlements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>India\u2019s justice system faces a structural crisis of delay and pendency, undermining both individual rights and economic growth.<\/li>\n<li>Revitalising plea bargaining offers a <strong>pragmatic pathway<\/strong> to timely, certain, and efficient justice.<\/li>\n<li>As envisioned centuries ago by Beccaria, a justice system must prioritise certainty and speed over severity.<\/li>\n<li>With proper safeguards and institutional support, plea bargaining can transform India\u2019s legal landscape and restore faith in the rule of law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Plea Bargaining in India FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1<\/strong>. How delay in justice delivery undermines the rule of law?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Judicial delays erode public trust, weaken contract enforcement, and create a crisis of legitimacy in the justice system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2<\/strong>. What is the significance of plea bargaining in addressing judicial backlog in India?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Plea bargaining enables faster case disposal, reduces burden on courts, and improves overall efficiency of justice delivery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3<\/strong>. Why has plea bargaining remained underutilised in India despite its introduction in 2005?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Procedural hesitation, lack of incentives, low awareness, and institutional inertia have limited its adoption.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4<\/strong>. What are the economic implications of delayed justice delivery in India?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Delayed justice increases the cost of doing business, discourages investment, and weakens contract enforcement.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Q5<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">. What institutional reforms are needed to promote negotiated justice mechanisms in India?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. A national mission, trained prosecutors, incentive reforms, judicial encouragement, and strong safeguards can enhance plea bargaining adoption.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daily Editorial Analysis 25 March 2026 by Vajiram &#038; Ravi covers key editorials from The Hindu &#038; Indian Express with UPSC-focused insights and relevance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":86373,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[138],"tags":[141,882,909],"class_list":{"0":"post-94725","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-daily-editorial-analysis","8":"tag-daily-editorial-analysis","9":"tag-the-hindu-editorial-analysis","10":"tag-the-indian-express-analysis","11":"no-featured-image-padding"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/94725","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=94725"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/94725\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":94731,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/94725\/revisions\/94731"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/86373"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=94725"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=94725"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=94725"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}