Temple Bodies Challenge HC Directive on Use of Elephants
Background:Kerala HC ruled that using elephants in festivals like Thrissur Pooram is not an “essential religious practice.” Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Conclusion:Balancing cultural preservation with animal welfare and public safety is crucial. A compromise can uphold both traditions and ethical standards.
Failing PDS Beneficiaries in Odisha
Context: Three women in Odisha died after consuming toxic mango kernel gruel, highlighting PDS issues. Relevance: GS 1 (Society, Poverty) PDS Scheme overview :
The Constitution on Minority Rights
Background: Commemorated on December 18, Minority Rights Day highlights the 1992 UN declaration on minority rights. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Provisions:
Two Bills on Simultaneous Elections Rock Parliament
Background:The idea of simultaneous elections, or “One Nation, One Election,” aims to synchronize the election cycles of the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Important Provisions of Simultaneous Election Bill: Constitutional Amendments: Legislative Measures: Exclusions: Union Territories: Implications:
What is the Procedure for Removing Judges?
Context: Fifty-five Rajya Sabha MPs filed a motion seeking Justice Yadav’s removal. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity) Issue: Procedure for Removal: Removal requires: The Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 outlines the process: 1. Notice of Motion: Signed by 50 Rajya Sabha or 100 Lok Sabha members. 2. Admittance: By the Chairman or Speaker. 3. Inquiry Committee: Comprising judges and a jurist […]
Response on PIL for Chemical Castration
Context: Supreme Court Seeks Government Response on PIL for Stricter Measures Against Sex Offenders: Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Court’s Observations: Proposals :
Centre launches Jalvahak scheme for cargo movement via inland waterways
Context: The Centre launched the Jalvahak scheme to enhance long-haul cargo transport via National Waterways 1 (Ganga), 2 (Brahmaputra), and 16 (Barak). Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Objective Incentives: Validity: Operational Details Significance:
Why simultaneous elections are impractical and complicated
Context: The concept of “one nation, one election” has sparked debate, with two enabling Bills postponed in the Winter Session of Parliament. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Arguments in Favor: Criticisms:
ILO Report Asks Nations To Uphold Freedom Of Association At Work
Background: The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has released its Social Dialogue Report, emphasizing the need to uphold fundamental work rights and strengthen social dialogue mechanisms globally. Relevance: GS 2(Polity & Governance) ILO Recommendations: Compliance Issues: Significance of Social Dialogue:
Lok Sabha clears Railways Bill to enhance Independence of Board
Context : The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was passed in the Lok Sabha, aiming to modernize railway governance by merging provisions of the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905 into the Railways Act, 1989. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity and Governance) Statutory Backing: Decentralization: Independent Regulator: Faster Approvals: