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Voting Eligibility Determines Right to Contest Elections in India Why in the News ? Amid controversies over electoral roll deletions in West Bengal, questions have arisen about how loss of voter status affects candidacy, with the Supreme Court reaffirming that both the right to vote and contest elections are statutory rights, similar to how environmental …
Read MoreSupreme Court Upholds Electoral Integrity in Bengal Voting Why in the News ? The Supreme Court ruled that individuals whose names are under scrutiny in electoral rolls cannot vote in West Bengal elections, stressing the need to maintain electoral integrity while raising concerns over ECI’s voter verification mechanisms. The ruling emphasizes the precautionary principle in …
Read MoreCelebrating the Spirit of the Constitution: Samvidhan Se Samriddhi Universal School of Law organised a vibrant and inspiring Constitution Day event titled “Samvidhan Se Samriddhi” on 26 November 2025 at Seminar Hall – 1. The celebration highlighted the timeless relevance of the Indian Constitution and its role in shaping an empowered, equitable, and progressive nation. …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Recent Supreme Court judgments, especially involving Article 142 and federal disputes, have sparked criticism of judicial overreach. Concerns over separation of powers and democratic accountability have been raised, prompting a wider debate on the judiciary’s constitutional limits and responsibilities. Judicial Review: Essence, Scope and Criticism Though not explicitly stated, judicial review …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Indian Constitution: Features, Amendments and Significant Provisions. Structure, Organization and Functioning. Why in the News? The recent Lok Sabha election results have sparked discussions on the efficacy of the First Past the Post (FPTP) system in India. This has led to renewed interest in exploring Proportional Representation (PR) and Mixed Member Proportional …
Read MoreIntroduction Preambles are often included in all Constitutions in order to aid in understanding the ideas and objectives of the legal instrument. Although there may be slight, sometimes considerable, differences in the length, structure, content, and form of the Preamble of many Constitutions. Simply put, a preamble is the first section of an act, legislation, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Election Commission of India releasing the absolute number of votes cast in each constituency for the first five phases of the Lok Sabha election, amidst demands for greater transparency in voter turnout data and concerns over potential manipulation. About ECI : Constitutional Body: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is …
Read MoreEvent: Essay Competition Date: 25th May 2024 Host: Universal Group of Institutions Type: Inter College Topic: “One Nation One Election” Background: The concept originated in India in early 1983, aiming to hold Lok Sabha and State elections simultaneously. Current Relevance: After many decades, the idea has resurfaced, sparking debates on federal structure and implementation challenges. …
Read MoreA PATH FORWARD Syllabus: GS 2: Transparency & Accountability, Government Policies & Interventions, Elections Issues Arising Out of Design & Implementation of Policies Why in the News? The recent Supreme Court verdict on electoral bonds has ignited widespread discussions regarding the transparency and integrity of political funding in India. Source: UGI Contextual Background: Prime …
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