This issue features selected peer-reviewed research articles addressing contemporary challenges in areas such as digital governance, public health policy, sustainability, and institutional development.
We aim to promote high-quality academic research and encourage interdisciplinary dialogue that contributes to effective policy-making and social progress.
We thank all authors, reviewers, and editorial members for their valuable contributions to this first issue.
Articles (7)
Universal Basic Income: A Policy Tool for Social Security in Emerging Economies
Pages: 1 – 15
Authors: Alamsyah Agit
Universal Basic Income (UBI) has gained increasing attention as a potential policy tool to strengthen social security systems, particularly in emerging economies where poverty, unemployment, and incom...
Renewable Energy Policies in India: Progress, Challenges, and Future Directions
Pages: 16 – 33
Authors: Dr. SAYYAD SAADIQ ALI
Renewable energy has become a central component of India’s strategy for sustainable development, energy security, and climate change mitigation. Over the past two decades, India has implemented a ra...
Decentralization and Local Governance Evaluating the Effectiveness of Panchayati Raj Institutions
Pages: 34 – 47
Authors: Dr Bhawna Sharma
Decentralization has emerged as a key strategy for improving governance and promoting inclusive development, particularly in large and diverse countries like India. The establishment of Panchayati Raj...
Education Policy Reforms in India: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Practice
Pages: 48 – 58
Authors: Swarup Kumar Panda
Education policy reforms in India have been central to the country’s efforts to improve access, equity, and quality in the education system. Over the years, various policy initiatives have been intr...
Public Health Policy Post-COVID-19: Lessons, Gaps, and Future Preparedness Strategies
Pages: 59 – 69
Authors: Dr. Khushboo
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant strengths and weaknesses in public health systems worldwide, prompting a re-evaluation of policy frameworks and preparedness strategies. In India and other de...
Urbanization and Social Inequality: Policy Challenges in Rapidly Growing Cities
Pages: 70 – 79
Authors: Dr. A. Kasirajan
Rapid urbanization has become a defining feature of economic development in many countries, particularly in the Global South. While cities serve as engines of growth, innovation, and opportunity, they...
Climate Change Policy and Sustainable Development: Balancing Growth and Environmental Protection
Pages: 80 – 89
Authors: Dr. Manjusha Vijay Ingawale
Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing global challenges, requiring coordinated policy responses that balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. Governments across the ...