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Introduction The Election Commission in India is a permanent and independent body established by the Constitution to ensure free and fair elections. Its powers, as outlined in Article 324 of the Constitution, include the superintendence, direction, and control of elections for parliament, state legislatures, the office of the president, and the office of the vice-president. …
Read MoreIntroduction Article 244 of the Indian Constitution provides for a special administrative system for designated areas known as ‘scheduled areas’ and ‘tribal areas.’ The governance and protection of the interests of these areas are addressed through two distinct schedules: Fifth Schedule: This schedule deals with the administration and control of scheduled areas and scheduled tribes …
Read MoreIntroduction The concept of territories administered by the Centre in India has a historical background predating independence. Scheduled districts were introduced in 1874, later becoming Chief Commissioners’ Provinces, directly administered by a Chief Commissioner under the Governor General/Viceroy. The States Reorganisation Act of 1956 reshaped India’s administrative divisions, creating Union Territories (UTs), with the Constitution …
Read MoreIntroduction Urban local government in India refers to the governance of urban areas by elected representatives. These local governments are responsible for administering and managing various aspects of urban life, including infrastructure, public services, and development. The jurisdiction of an urban local government is typically limited to a specific urban area designated by the state …
Read MoreIntroduction The Panchayati Raj system in India indeed signifies the system of rural local self-government. It is a decentralized form of government that aims to bring democracy to the grassroots level in rural areas. This system has been established in all the states of India through acts passed by the respective state legislatures. The Panchayati …
Read MoreIntroduction The concept of Special Category Status, introduced by the 5th Finance Commission in 1969, was a pivotal step in recognizing historical disadvantages faced by certain states in India. Its primary aim was to provide preferential treatment to these states through central support and tax benefits, ensuring their socio-economic development. Initially, only three states – …
Read MoreIntroduction The state judiciary in India comprises a hierarchical system of courts, including a High Court and a network of subordinate courts, often referred to as lower courts. These subordinate courts are termed as such because they operate under the authority and jurisdiction of the respective State High Court. They function at various levels within …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Hyderabad will cease to be a common capital, becoming the sole capital of Telangana, while infrastructure and buildings in prime areas will be vacated by Andhra Pradesh, except for certain institutions under Schedules IX and X. source-IE About the News : Hyderabad’s Status Change: Hyderabad will cease to be a common …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Railways will install an optical fiber-based intrusion detection system (IDS) along a 33-km elephant-infested stretch between Kottekkad and Madukkarai to prevent elephant deaths on the tracks. About the News : New Intrusion Detection System (IDS): The Railways will implement an optical fiber-based IDS along a 33-km stretch between Kottekkad and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The article discusses the exit polls’ prediction of a third term for the BJP-led NDA in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, highlighting their expected seat distribution and regional performance. About ECI : Exit Poll: Conducted after voters have cast their ballots. Aims to predict the election outcome by surveying voters exiting …
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