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Why in the News? The Supreme Court, in the case Tanvi Behl vs Shrey Goyal (2025), has struck down domicile-based reservations in post-graduate medical admissions. The judgment applies to State government medical colleges, marking a significant shift in India’s medical education policy. The Court held that domicile-based reservations violate Article 14 (Right to Equality) of …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The delimitation exercise, scheduled after 2026, has sparked debates, especially among southern states, fearing a loss of political representation due to population-based seat allocation. Home Minister Amit Shah assured that no state would lose seats, raising further discussions. Key Issues and Concerns: Uneven population growth across states has led to demographic …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Transparency and Accountability Why in the News? The Right to Information (RTI) Act, once seen as a tool for transparency and accountability, is being gradually weakened through judicial interpretations and administrative delays. The Supreme Court rulings and amendments have effectively transformed RTI into a Right to Deny Information (RDI), …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Inclusive Growth, Government Policies & Interventions, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in the News? On February 13, 2025, Article 356 was invoked in Manipur, placing the State under President’s Rule. This move transferred administrative and legislative functions to the President of India, suspending the State government but …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Supreme Court will examine whether High Court judges fall under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, following complaints against a sitting judge. The ruling will clarify judicial accountability while ensuring protection from arbitrary investigations without CJI’s prior approval. Highlights about the news: The Supreme Court (SC) will review whether High …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Former President Donald Trump raised doubts about the two-term limit for U.S. Presidents, but the 22nd Amendment legally restricts presidents to two terms. Franklin D. Roosevelt remains the only exception. Donald Trump’s Suggestion and Legal Limits: In a recent statement, former President Donald Trump questioned whether the two-term limit for U.S. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? On February 13, 2024, the Union Government imposed President’s Rule in Manipur after CM N. Biren Singh resigned. The decision follows ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities and political instability, with no consensus on Singh’s successor. Why was President’s Rule imposed in Manipur? On February 13, 2024, the Union Government …
Read MoreWhy the news? The President’s Rule was imposed in Manipur on February 15, 2025, following Chief Minister N. Biren Singh’s resignation and continued ethnic violence. The State Assembly remains under suspended animation, as BJP failed to finalize an alternative leadership. Imposition of President’s Rule: President Droupadi Murmu imposed President’s Rule in Manipur on February 15, …
Read MoreWhy the news? The Supreme Court ruled that it cannot centrally monitor mob lynching prosecutions across states, urging victims to approach local courts and authorities. It also rejected a plea for uniform compensation, stating it should be based on injury severity. Supreme Court’s Stand on Monitoring Prosecutions: The Supreme Court stated it cannot micro-manage criminal …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Following N. Biren Singh’s resignation as Manipur’s Chief Minister, the BJP is exploring leadership options. If no consensus candidate emerges, President’s Rule may be imposed, a move the party wants to avoid due to its stance against central intervention in states. Instances of President’s Rule in India: Since 1950, President’s Rule …
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