Social Issues
Kerala Nurses
Nursing was the preferred vocation because the investment needed for training was modest, they could sustain themselves and their family, pay for their siblings’ education and even earn a dowry for their marriage. But, for women from the higher classes and castes, nursing was a complete no-no. The profession was looked down upon, as the work was demanding, the hours were long and included night shifts, and it was not seen as advisable for women to attend to strange, unknown people including men.
Nandan Nilekani’s ideas for India’s future
Click on ‘Continue Reading’ to see video of Nandan Nilekani’s presentation at TED on his ideas for the Future of India
IT can improve civic life in India
The technology has immense potential for ‘intelligent urbanization’ for India according to Susheela Venkataraman, managing director, Internet Business Solution Group at Cisco Systems.
