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Why in the news? States like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal object to new UGC regulations that give Governors greater control in appointing Vice-Chancellors, citing concerns over federalism and state rights in higher education appointments. Draft Rules for VC Appointments: The UGC draft regulations, 2025 specify that a Search-cum-Selection Committee for appointing VCs must …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States Why in the News? The ruling government, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party/National Democratic Alliance (BJP/NDA), is seriously pursuing the One Nation, One Election (ONOE) framework. Introduction ONOE aims to synchronise Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections into a single electoral cycle. Proponents …
Read MoreIntroduction Political scientists classify governments into unitary and federal models based on the relationship between the national government and regional governments. Unitary governments have all powers vested in the national government, while federal governments divide powers between the national government and regional governments by the Constitution. Countries like Britain, France, Japan, China, Italy, Belgium, Norway, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court questions the government’s control over CBI, citing legal provisions. Judgement reserved on West Bengal’s suit involving CBI’s status. source:examalert About the Supreme Court Questions Government Authority over CBI: The Supreme Court raised doubts over the government’s claim of having no control over the CBI, questioning who else could …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Supreme Court clarifies state jurisdiction in law and order matters amid West Bengal’s challenge against CBI’s investigative authority. source:wordpress About the State Jurisdiction Dispute: SC clarifies law and order as a State subject, addressing West Bengal’s grievances against CBI’s jurisdiction. Justices Gavai and Mehta emphasise State responsibility, questioning CBI’s unilateral investigative …
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