The Sensible Arya

The Burning Truth: Why India Must Build Its Own Jet Engines and Self-Reliant Armed Forces — Before It's Too Late Published on The Sensible Arya By Shiva Arya There’s a fire that burns quietly in the heart of every true Indian — a fire made of pride, pain, and a longing to see our nation rise, not just in words, but in weapons, in will, and in war-readiness. Let me ask you something straight — what good is a sovereign nation that can't even build the engine to fly its own fighter jet? What good is “Atmanirbhar Bharat” if, when war knocks at our door, we scramble for spare parts from foreign suppliers? This isn’t just about machines. This is about dignity, independence, and survival. The Forgotten War: Our Struggle for Jet Engine Independence It was 1983 when India lit the first spark of self-reliance by launching the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft program. A few years later, in 1986, the Kaveri engine program was born. Its goal? To build India’s first indigenous fighter jet engine...

Can EVMs Be Manipulated? Why Major Democracies Banned Them and What India Must Learn By The Sensible Arya Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were introduced to make elections faster and free from human error. But global experiences, expert analyses, and multiple demonstrations over the years suggest that EVMs—though efficient— can be hacked or manipulated , often in undetectable ways. This blog dives into why several countries have banned or abandoned EVMs, and why India’s system must face deeper public scrutiny. 🌐 Global Bans: Why Developed Democracies Said ‘No’ to EVMs 🇩🇪 Germany Germany banned EVMs in 2009 after its Constitutional Court ruled that any vote counting process must be publicly verifiable. The machines failed this democratic requirement. The government had also invited citizens to attempt hacking EVMs— and they succeeded —showing votes could be altered invisibly. 🇳🇱 Netherlands Abandoned EVMs in 2007 after citizen hackers exposed flaws, proving vote manipul...

The Hidden Cost of Convenience: How Planned Obsolescence Is Wasting Your Money and Killing the Planet         -By The Sensible Arya Imagine this. You buy a brand-new car. But if something happens to the tires, you can’t replace them. Tough luck—you have to go to an authorized service center and pay 80% of the car’s original price just to fix them. Sounds absurd, right? Now ask yourself—why do you tolerate this with your smartphones? Phones today come with sealed batteries that can't be replaced easily. If your battery fails, you're expected to either pay an outrageous repair cost or buy a new device altogether. It's the same story with many modern gadgets and appliances. Welcome to the era of  planned obsolescence . The Printer Trap: Cheap to Buy, Expensive to Use Ever noticed how printers are shockingly cheap but their ink costs a fortune? That’s not an accident—it’s a business strategy. Companies sell you the printer at a loss, knowing you’ll be locked into bu...

Why India Needs Access to the Rafale Source Code – And the Risks of Not Having It By The Sensible Arya India’s Rafale fighter jets are a cornerstone of its aerial defense strategy, especially as geopolitical tensions escalate in the Indo-Pacific region. But behind this high-tech military marvel lies a serious concern: France’s continued refusal to share the Rafale’s source code with India. This restriction is more than just a technical roadblock—it strikes at the core of India’s defense autonomy and strategic self-reliance. Why India Needs the Rafale Source Code 1. Indigenous Weapon Integration The Indian Air Force (IAF) aims to arm its Rafales with homegrown missiles like the Astra Mk1, the BrahMos-NG, and smart bombs like SAAW. However, integrating these weapons requires access to the fighter’s core software. Without the source code, India is forced to depend on foreign weapons, undermining its ability to support domestic defense manufacturing. 2. Reduced Dependence on Foreign Suppli...

The Silent War on Indian Education: A Wake-Up Call for the Nation For decades, the Indian education system has been both celebrated and criticized. Yes, it has flaws — no system is perfect. But there’s one area where it truly stood out: cognitive development. And sadly, that pillar is now under systematic attack. The Hidden Strength of “Hard” Education Remember the days of solving tough maths problems, memorizing long science answers, and sitting through dense history lessons? Many called it outdated and rote. But here’s what few understand — this very process built our brains. That rigorous system sharpened our memory, improved logical reasoning, and triggered neuroplasticity — the brain's ability to grow stronger through challenge. It wasn’t just about marks. It was about mental endurance. This is why, despite decades of policy missteps, Indian scientists, engineers, and doctors continue to shine globally. The early foundations laid post-independence — through institu...

The Constitution Conundrum: Guardian of Rights or Tool of Power? The sanctity of law can be maintained only so long as it is the expression of the will of the people. No constitution can interpret or enforce itself; it must be interpreted by men. And if the ultimate power to interpret a constitution is given to the government’s own Supreme Court, then the inevitable tendency is for the Court to continue to place its imprimatur on ever-broader powers for its own government. Imagine a game where one team writes the rulebook and then gets to decide what those rules mean during play. That’s what happens when a government’s own Supreme Court interprets the constitution—a document meant to limit its power. No constitution can interpret or enforce itself; it relies on people, and when those people are part of the government, they tend to bend it in favor of more power for themselves. This is why the Indian people must face a harsh truth: mere paper cannot protect their freedom. Th...

  Reforming Justice: Why India Needs a Jury System to Fight Corruption and Ensure Fairness A society or nation progresses when it rewards the good and discourages the bad. The principles of Dharma—justice, fairness, and righteousness—are the foundation of a balanced and thriving society. However, anti-social elements in human society are the biggest obstacles to achieving Dharma in its true essence. When these elements go unchecked, it leads to a state of Matsya-Nyaya, or anarchy, where the strong prey on the weak—much like how a big fish swallows a small one. To prevent this chaos, Dand Niti—the policy of punishment and enforcement—is essential. Dand Niti ensures that those who disrupt social harmony are controlled, and it persuades everyone to follow the dictates of Dharma. Who Will Punish the Wrongdoers? The responsibility of maintaining order and delivering justice lies with the judiciary. The judiciary's role is to punish the wrong and protect the innocent. But what happens wh...