Parliament is supreme, Constitution does not visualise any authority above it
Context: Relevance : GS 2(Polity , Constitution) Context of the Controversy Key Arguments by Dhankhar Interpretational Clash Constitutional & Political Implications Symbolic Language
Telangana govt. formalises categorisation of SCs for granting separate quotas
Telangana has become the first state to implement sub-categorisation of Scheduled Castes for targeted reservations, following the Supreme Court’s 2024 verdict upholding such classification. The move aims to ensure equitable access to opportunities for the most marginalised SC sub-groups. Relevance : GS 2(Polity & Governance) Legal and Constitutional Context Key Features of Categorisation Impact on Recruitment & Administration Continuity & Change in Classification Empirical & […]
When Parliament stayed awake through the night
Contextual Background Relevance : GS 2(Polity) Key Observations from the Journalist’s Lens The Journalist’s Dilemma Drama and Irony in the House Historical Reflection Parliamentary access to the press has a long global journey: Larger Democratic Implications
Governor cannot change his mind second time
Context & Background Relevance : GS2 ( Polity & Governance) Key Supreme Court Observations Constitutional Provisions Referenced Legal and Governance Implications
New Bill proposes jail term up to 7 years for using forged passport
Context : Provisions of the Bill Significance of the Bill Potential Challenges & Criticism
CAG Finance Commission hold consultation on public finances
Context and Significance Relevance : GS 2(Polity) Key Focus Areas of Deliberation Major Fiscal Challenges Identified Technology-Driven Revenue Optimization Strengthening Financial Management at the Local Level Strategic Implications and Way Forward
What are the issues around delimitation?
What is Delimitation? Relevance : GS 2(Polity) Issues Around Delimitation 1. Uneven Population Growth Across States 2. Potential Scenarios for Redistribution 3. Disadvantage to Southern & Smaller States 4. Lack of Clarity on ‘Pro-Rata’ Basis Possible Solutions 1. Capping Lok Sabha Seats at 543 2. Increase State Legislative Assembly Seats Instead 3. Ensuring Fair Representation for All Regions […]
EC to remove all duplicate voter ID numbers
Election Commission’s Stand Relevance : GS 2 (Polity, Elections) Cause of Duplication Steps Taken by the EC Political Controversy Implications
What has SC previously ruled on gag orders
Context : Ranveer Allahbadia Case Overview: Relevance : GS 2(Judiciary ,Polity )
Supreme Court ruling on EVM Verification
Supreme Court ruling on EVM verification: Relevance : GS 2(Polity , Elections) Key instruction for verification process: Petitioners’ concerns: Election Commission’s defense: Next steps in the legal process: Broader implications: