10Nov 2025

Pakistan Approves Controversial 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill

Pakistan Approves Controversial 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill Why in the News? Pakistan’s joint parliamentary committee has approved the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill, sparking political controversy as the Opposition accuses the government of undermining the Supreme Court’s authority. The amendment proposes major changes, including creating a Federal Constitutional Court and restructuring military leadership, in a move …

02Nov 2025

Salient Features of Indian Constitution

Discover the pillars of the Indian Constitution, shaping India’s democratic framework and governance system. Each feature ensures justice, equality, unity, and adaptability for a progressive nation.

15Oct 2025

Definition of State: Article 12 Explained

Understand the scope of “State” under Article 12, covering central and state governments, local authorities, and other public bodies. Essential for Indian Polity and constitutional law studies.

26Sep 2025

Supreme Court Bars Discriminatory Taxation Among States

Supreme Court Bars Discriminatory Taxation Among States Why in the News ? The Supreme Court struck down a Rajasthan government notification (2007) granting VAT exemption to locally made asbestos cement sheets and bricks, ruling that taxation cannot discriminate between goods produced within and outside the state, violating Article 304(a) of the Constitution. This ruling has …

18Sep 2025

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Supreme Court’s Interim Order on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025

Supreme Court’s Interim Order on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 Syllabus: GS 2 ● Fundamental rights ● Minority rights Why in the News? The article emphasizes the urgent need to address gender imbalance in the Supreme Court of India, where women remain grossly underrepresented despite increasing participation in the legal profession. It highlights systemic barriers, …

16Sep 2025

Aadhaar Valid for Voter Verification: SC Ruling 2025

Supreme Court Allows Aadhaar Use for Voter Verification Why in the News ? The Supreme Court clarified that Aadhaar is part of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and can be used by voters for electoral verification. However, questions remain on whether Aadhaar alone proves citizenship and eligibility for voting. This decision reflects ongoing …

09Sep 2025

Supreme Court Critiques NHAI Act Compensation Process

Supreme Court Critiques NHAI Act Compensation Process Why in the News ? The Supreme Court criticized Sections 3G and 3J of the NHAI Act for giving unilateral power to bureaucrats in compensation disputes, lacking judicial oversight. It asked the Union government to review the law to ensure fair land acquisition practices, potentially leading to an …

04Sep 2025

Supreme Court on Governors’ Powers: Key Insights

Supreme Court Hears Presidential Reference on Governors’ Powers: Implications for Reservation Policies Why in the News ? The Supreme Court Constitution Bench is hearing a Presidential reference under Article 143(1) regarding the powers of Governors and the President in giving assent to state Bills, including those related to reservation policies such as the Maratha reservation …

03Sep 2025

SC Bill Timelines Debate: Impact on Constitution

SC: Bill Timelines May Alter Constitution’s Scheme Why in the News? The Supreme Court Constitution Bench observed that fixing timelines for the President and Governors to act on Bills forwarded by legislatures would essentially amend the Constitution, since Articles 200 and 201 do not prescribe such limits. This debate continues, highlighting the need for art …

22Aug 2025

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SC Questions Governors’ Delay on State Bills

SC Questions Governors’ Indefinite Delay on State Bills Why in the News? The Supreme Court is hearing a Presidential Reference under Article 143 on whether it can prescribe timelines for governors and the president to act on bills passed by state legislatures. The case follows growing concerns over governors withholding bills indefinitely, raising questions about …

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