{"id":96976,"date":"2026-04-07T09:53:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T04:23:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=96976"},"modified":"2026-04-07T11:31:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T06:01:46","slug":"daily-editorial-analysis-7-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/daily-editorial-analysis-7-april-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily Editorial Analysis 7 April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>A Disturbing Step for Rights, Dignity and Mental Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 appears to have sparked confusion, fear, and serious concern in certain quarters.<\/li>\n<li>At its core lies a fundamental question: who determines an individual\u2019s gender identity?<\/li>\n<li>The amendment shifts this authority away from the individual and places it in the hands of institutions, raising concerns about <strong>autonomy<\/strong>, <strong>dignity<\/strong>, and <strong>constitutional rights<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The Question of Gender Ownership<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>For most cisgender individuals, gender identity is self-evident and never subjected to scrutiny. In everyday life, people simply declare their gender without <strong>verification<\/strong> or <strong>evaluation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>However, the amendment imposes a different standard on <strong>transgender<\/strong> individuals by requiring them to prove their identity.<\/li>\n<li>This creates inequality and undermines <strong>self-identification<\/strong>, reinforcing a system where one group enjoys unquestioned freedom while another faces institutional barriers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The Critique of Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>From Progressive Jurisprudence to Regression<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The 2014 NALSA judgment established self-identification as a fundamental principle, recognising gender identity as an aspect of personal liberty and <strong>freedom of expression<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It aligned with constitutional guarantees such as <strong>equality<\/strong>, <strong>non-discrimination<\/strong>, and the <strong>right to life<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The 2019 Act, despite limitations, retained this principle and introduced <strong>welfare measures<\/strong> aimed at inclusion.<\/li>\n<li>The 2026 amendment represents a clear regression. By introducing medical boards and bureaucratic certification, it replaces self-declaration with state control.<\/li>\n<li>This shift weakens constitutional morality and reverses progress made in law, policy, and institutional practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Problem of Medicalisation and Bureaucratic Control<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Gender identity cannot be determined through medical evidence or biomarkers.<\/li>\n<li>It is a deeply personal experience, not subject to external validation. The requirement to undergo assessment by medical boards reflects a flawed understanding of gender.<\/li>\n<li>Practical challenges further complicate the process.<\/li>\n<li>Many districts lack functioning boards, and existing systems are already <strong>overburdened<\/strong>. In the absence of clear criteria, the process risks becoming <strong>arbitrary<\/strong>, <strong>invasive<\/strong>, and even <strong>abusive<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The possibility of physical examination threatens privacy, bodily autonomy, and human dignity. Such measures may discourage individuals from seeking recognition altogether.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Impact on Welfare and Accessibility and Mental Health Consequence<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Impact on Welfare and Accessibility<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Instead of improving access to state support, the amendment introduces barriers that may reduce engagement with welfare systems.<\/li>\n<li>Fear of scrutiny and humiliation could deter individuals from accessing healthcare, education, and employment support.<\/li>\n<li>This undermines the purpose of inclusive governance and risks deepening social exclusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mental Health Consequences<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The transgender community already faces significant vulnerability, including high rates of violence, harassment, and social rejection.<\/li>\n<li>The introduction of additional layers of <strong>verification and suspicion<\/strong> is likely to intensify mental distress.<\/li>\n<li>Uncertainty surrounding access to ongoing healthcare services further increases risk. Many individuals may avoid seeking help due to fear of invalidation or legal complications.<\/li>\n<li>These conditions create the potential for a broader mental health crisis, particularly among vulnerable groups such as adolescents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Some Other Problematic Aspects of the Amendment Bill<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Criminalisation and Ethical Dilemmas<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The amendment introduces penalties for undue influence in matters of gender identity, creating serious risks for mental health professionals, educators, and community organisations.<\/li>\n<li>In situations where families disagree, supportive guidance may be misinterpreted as coercion.<\/li>\n<li>This creates an ethical dilemma, discouraging professionals from providing necessary care.<\/li>\n<li>As a result, transgender individuals may be pushed away from formal support systems, increasing isolation and limiting access to <strong>affirmative care.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Erasure of Identity Diversity<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The amendment collapses distinctions between <strong>transgender<\/strong>, <strong>intersex<\/strong>, and <strong>hijra<\/strong> identities, ignoring their unique cultural and social contexts.<\/li>\n<li>This erasure reduces visibility and fails to address specific needs.<\/li>\n<li>Additionally, the lack of recognition for <strong>trans men<\/strong> highlights gaps in representation, further marginalising certain groups within the community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The amendment risks undoing years of progress by replacing <strong>self-identification<\/strong> with <strong>bureaucratic control<\/strong> and <strong>medical gatekeeping<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Its implications extend beyond legal procedure, affecting mental health, access to welfare, and <strong>social inclusion<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Addressing misuse, if any, should involve <strong>administrative reforms<\/strong>, not restrictions on identity.<\/li>\n<li>Policies must uphold <strong>constitutional values<\/strong> and ensure that governance frameworks promote inclusion, respect, and equality.<\/li>\n<li>Safeguarding the rights of all individuals requires reaffirming that gender identity belongs to the individual, not the state.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>A Disturbing Step for Rights, Dignity and Mental Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1. <\/strong>What is the main concern regarding the 2026 amendment?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The main concern is that it removes self-identification and gives the state control over determining gender identity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2.<\/strong> How did the 2014 NALSA judgment define gender identity?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The 2014 NALSA judgment defined gender identity as a matter of self-identification and personal autonomy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3.<\/strong> Why is medical verification of gender identity criticised?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> Medical verification is criticised because there are no scientific biomarkers to determine a person\u2019s gender identity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4.<\/strong> How might the amendment affect transgender individuals\u2019 mental health?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> The amendment may increase stress, fear, and mental health risks due to added scrutiny and barriers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5.<\/strong> What is a key recommendation for addressing issues in the system?<br \/>\n<strong>Ans.<\/strong> A key recommendation is to improve administrative systems instead of restricting individuals\u2019 right to self-identify.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/lead\/a-disturbing-step-for-rights-dignity-and-mental-health\/article70831285.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Climate Change as a Public Health Emergency<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Climate change discussions usually focus on sea-level rise, extreme weather, and economic impacts, but often ignore its health consequences.<\/li>\n<li>It is creating a broad medical crisis by worsening existing diseases and enabling new ones to emerge.<\/li>\n<li>In India, frequent urban flooding (e.g., Mumbai) leads to waterlogging, which:\n<ul>\n<li>Damages sanitation systems<\/li>\n<li>Contaminates drinking water<\/li>\n<li>Increases diseases like cholera, typhoid, hepatitis A, and leptospirosis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>At the same time, drought-affected areas face water scarcity, forcing people to use unsafe water, leading to: Higher cases of diarrhoeal diseases; Chronic dehydration.<\/li>\n<li>Thus, climate change is intensifying health risks through both excess water and water scarcity.<\/li>\n<li>This article highlights how climate change has evolved into a major public health emergency in India, impacting disease patterns, air quality, food security, and overall human health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Expanding Disease Risk Due to Climate Change<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Changing Seasonal Patterns<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Shifts in temperature and rainfall are increasing infections, allergies, and vector-borne diseases.<\/li>\n<li>Longer pollen seasons and altered cycles are expanding disease timelines and spread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wider Geographic Spread<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Diseases are reaching new regions where populations lack immunity.<\/li>\n<li>Health systems in these areas are often unprepared to handle outbreaks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rise in Mosquito-Borne Diseases<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Warmer conditions are making new regions suitable for mosquito breeding.<\/li>\n<li>In Delhi-NCR, dengue cases now peak later (November instead of September) due to prolonged favourable conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rise in Mosquito-Borne Diseases<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Warmer conditions are making new regions suitable for mosquito breeding.<\/li>\n<li>In Delhi-NCR, dengue cases now peak later (November instead of September) due to prolonged favourable conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Climate Change Threats to Human Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rising Air Pollution and Emissions<\/strong> &#8211; Higher temperatures increase air conditioning use, leading to more greenhouse gas emissions. This raises levels of PM2.5, which harms multiple organs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impact on Respiratory Health<\/strong> &#8211; Fine particles penetrate deep into the lungs, causing: Inflammation and reduced lung function; Worsening of asthma and COPD.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cardiovascular and Kidney Effects<\/strong> &#8211; PM2.5 damages blood vessels, increasing risks of Hypertension, heart attack, and stroke. Long-term exposure also harms kidneys, leading to reduced filtration and chronic kidney disease.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heat Stress and Feedback Loop<\/strong> &#8211; Greenhouse gases trap heat, intensifying warming. Heat stress forces the heart to work harder, increasing cardiovascular strain and related illnesses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vulnerable Populations and Heat Impact<\/strong> &#8211; Outdoor workers and those without shelter face higher risks. Regions like Odisha, Telangana, and Vidarbha report rising heatstroke deaths. Rising night temperatures reduce recovery time after heat exposure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impact on Infant Health<\/strong> &#8211; Extreme heat and pollution are linked to: Preterm births; Low birth weight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Impact of Climate Change on Food Security and Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Disruption of Agriculture and Food Supply<\/strong> &#8211; Extreme weather and unseasonal rains disrupt crop cycles and reduce agricultural productivity. This leads to food shortages and rising prices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Declining Nutritional Quality<\/strong> &#8211; Reduced crop quality and higher costs create: Micronutrient deficiencies; Chronic malnutrition, especially among children.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impact on Dairy and Nutrition<\/strong> &#8211; Heat stress reduces milk production in cattle. This affects infant and child nutrition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Health Consequences &#8211;<\/strong> Food insecurity leads to: Weakened immunity; Increased disease vulnerability, particularly among children and the elderly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Climate Change as a Present Health Crisis<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a current public health issue in India.<\/li>\n<li>It is a multifaceted challenge, and recognising it as a medical emergency is essential for urgent action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Climate Change as a Public Health Emergency FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1.<\/strong> How does climate change affect disease patterns in India?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Climate change alters temperature and rainfall patterns, expanding disease spread, increasing infections, and enabling vector-borne diseases like dengue and malaria to reach new regions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2.<\/strong> Why is climate change considered a public health emergency?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> It worsens existing diseases, creates new health risks, affects food and water security, and strains healthcare systems, making it an immediate and widespread health crisis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3.<\/strong> How does climate change impact air quality and health?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Rising temperatures increase emissions and PM2.5 levels, leading to respiratory issues, cardiovascular diseases, kidney damage, and higher risks of chronic illnesses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4.<\/strong> What is the impact of climate change on food security?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Extreme weather reduces crop productivity and nutritional quality, increases prices, and causes malnutrition, weakening immunity and increasing vulnerability to diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5. <\/strong>Which populations are most vulnerable to climate-related health risks?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Children, the elderly, outdoor workers, and low-income groups are most affected due to higher exposure, weaker immunity, and limited access to healthcare and resources.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/climate-change-as-a-public-health-emergency\/article70831330.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">TH<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Sixteenth Finance Commission and the Erosion of Fiscal Federalism<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The recommendations of the Sixteenth Finance Commission (2026\u201331), accepted by the Union government, have sparked serious concerns regarding the future of fiscal federalism in India.<\/li>\n<li>While retaining the states\u2019 share at 41%, the Commission\u2019s <strong>structural changes<\/strong> in devolution, grants, and fiscal design indicate a shift toward <strong>centralisation <\/strong>and discretionary control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Key Changes in Fiscal Architecture<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shrinking effective devolution:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Although the nominal share of states remains 41%, the effective share has declined from about 36% to 32%.<\/li>\n<li>This is attributed to expansion of <strong>cesses <\/strong>and <strong>surcharges <\/strong>(outside divisible pool), and reduced scope of statutory transfers.<\/li>\n<li>Several states (especially smaller and northeastern states) face reduced tax shares (e.g., about 15.5% drop for Northeast [NE] states).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alteration in horizontal distribution criteria:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Revised devolution formula has adversely impacted 14 states, particularly fiscally weaker ones.<\/li>\n<li>The formula does not adequately account for the regional disparities, and the special needs of backward regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Discontinuation of Statutory grants (Article 275):<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Revenue deficit grants, sector-specific grants, and state-specific grants have been discontinued.<\/li>\n<li>Traditionally, these grants ensured equity-based fiscal support, assistance for tribal welfare and special area administration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rise of discretionary transfers (Article 282):<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased reliance on discretionary grants, which is less transparent, conditional and performance-linked.<\/li>\n<li>Marks a shift from the entitlement-based transfers to conditional transfers, and from predictability to uncertainty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increased allocation to third tier:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Allocation of about \u20b97.91 lakh crore to panchayats and urban local bodies, with 80% basic grants, and 20% performance-based grants.<\/li>\n<li>While decentralisation is strengthened, it alters the constitutional balance by treating local bodies as parallel stakeholders in vertical distribution.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Constitutional Concerns<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Misinterpretation of Article 275 vs Article 282:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Article 275:<\/strong> Statutory, need-based, and accountable grants to the States, charged on the <strong>Consolidated Fund<\/strong> of India.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Article 282: <\/strong>Discretionary and non-binding grants to the States. The 16th Finance Commission\u2019s approach of treating both (Statutory and Discretionary grants) as interchangeable undermines constitutional intent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weakening of federal structure: <\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Shift from equity-driven to efficiency-driven criteria, from State-centric to Centre-controlled transfers, undermining the autonomy of states, a core feature of the <strong>basic structure <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distortion in federal hierarchy: <\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>States (constitutional entities under Part VI) are being equated with the local bodies (products of 73rd &amp; 74th Amendments). Risks diluting the federal compact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Key Challenges<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rising regional inequality: <\/strong>Reduced support for fiscally weaker and special category states. Inadequate recognition of post-GST fiscal asymmetries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>GST-induced fiscal distortions:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Shift to a destination-based tax regime, for instance, producer states lose revenue advantage.<\/li>\n<li>The Finance Commission failed to address GST Council dynamics, IGST settlement issues, and the cost of tax collection disparities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Centralisation via cesses and schemes: <\/strong>Growing use of cesses and surcharges reduces the divisible pool. Expansion of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) increases conditionality.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weakening equalisation principle: <\/strong>Aggregated fiscal deficit (0.3% of GDP) used to deny the need for grants. It ignores State-specific needs, and the social justice obligations (for SC\/ST welfare).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Way Forward<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Restore equity-based transfers<\/strong>: Reintroduce Article 275 grants as equalisation grants, based on multi-dimensional criteria (poverty, SC\/ST population, geography).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rationalise divisible pool: <\/strong>Bring cesses and surcharges partially into the divisible pool. Ensure true 41% devolution in practice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Align with GST realities: <\/strong>Incorporate consumption-based tax dynamics, IGST settlement reforms, and strengthen coordination with the GST Council.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Balance decentralisation with federalism: <\/strong>Strengthen local bodies through states, not at their expense. Maintain a clear constitutional hierarchy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhance transparency and accountability<\/strong>: Limit excessive reliance on Article 282 discretionary grants. Ensure parliamentary oversight and predictability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Sixteenth Finance Commission\u2019s recommendations mark a paradigm shift from cooperative to <strong>controlled federalism<\/strong>, privileging central discretion over constitutional guarantees.<\/li>\n<li>While fiscal efficiency and decentralisation are important, they must not come at the cost of equity, predictability, and state autonomy.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>balanced approach<\/strong>\u2014anchored in constitutional principles and responsive to evolving fiscal realities\u2014is essential to preserve India\u2019s federal spirit and unity in diversity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Sixteenth Finance Commission FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q1<\/strong>. How has the Sixteenth Finance Commission altered the nature of fiscal federalism in India?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. It shifts fiscal federalism from equity-based statutory transfers to discretionary, increasing central control.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2<\/strong>. Why is the discontinuation of Article 275 grants considered detrimental to cooperative federalism?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. Because it removes need-based, statutory and predictable support to fiscally weaker states, weakening equalisation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3<\/strong>. What are the implications of the shrinking effective divisible pool despite maintaining 41% devolution?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. The rising share of cesses and surcharges reduces actual transfers to states, undermining their fiscal autonomy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4<\/strong>. How does the 16th FC\u2019s approach challenge the constitutional distinction between Articles 275 and 282?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. By substituting statutory grants with discretionary ones, it blurs constitutional intent and reduces accountability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5<\/strong>. What is the impact of increased transfers to local bodies on India\u2019s federal structure?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans<\/strong>. While promoting decentralisation, it risks diluting state authority and distorting the constitutional federal hierarchy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/opinion\/columns\/finance-commission-strengthens-local-bodies-but-at-the-cost-of-states-10622583\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daily Editorial Analysis 7 April 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-96976","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\/96976","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=96976"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96976\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":96985,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96976\/revisions\/96985"}],"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=96976"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=96976"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=96976"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}