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:
Choice of secular inheritance law should apply to all faiths
Relevance : GS 2(Constitution , Polity )
Top court asks if poll ban on persons charged with crimes
Case Overview:The Supreme Court of India is hearing a petition on whether individuals charged with heinous crimes (e.g., murder, rape) should be barred from contesting elections, or if such a ban could unjustly affect those later acquitted. Relevance : GS 2(Polity , Judiciary) Key Arguments: 2020 Supreme Court Judgment: Current Legal Implications: Next Steps: