KILLING CHILD LABOUR
ARVIND K.PANDEY
(Published in BUSINESS INDIA , JAN.27,2008)
Whether or not GAP is guilty of blocking the sales of Indian garments in the European market , it's a harsh truth that the child labour is still rampant in our country . You can't accuse a developed country of resorting to " non-tariff barriers " when glaring examples of violation of regulations , banning employment of anyone below 14 years of age are common sight in India . Anyone could easily spot children below 14 working in dhabas , small-scale industries and homes . Against this scenario , it becomes imperative for the Indian government to take these allegations seriously , making way for better implementation of domestic laws . It's no secret that violation of international standards is a very common phenomenon in handmade carpet industry , apparel sector and other industries in many parts of India . The government needs to act tough to save the exports from falling to all time low besides securing a better future for children .
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REMEMBERING SWAMI RAMANAND ON HIS BIRTH ANNIVERSARY
Swami Ramanand was a great saint born in the 13th century . He placed Lord Ram in the hearts and minds of people .With host of learned disciples , he carved the name of Lord Ram even amidst people belonging to the lower echelon of society .
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