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SUPREME COURT WITHDRAWS BLANKET RULE ON DEATH PENALTY REPORTS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Recent Decision: A three-judge Supreme Court bench withdrew its earlier blanket direction requiring courts to obtain reports on aggravating and mitigating circumstances in every death-penalty case. NALSA Plea: The decision followed a clarification plea by the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) …
Read MoreACCEPT AGENCY, FIGHT COERCION: PROTECTING SEX WORKERS’ RIGHTS Syllabus: GS-2: Judgements & Cases WHY IN THE NEWS ? Judicial Intervention: The Supreme Court has directed magistrates to conduct a mandatory threshold inquiry during anti-trafficking operations to distinguish voluntary adult sex work from trafficking and coercion. Consent Matters: The directive emphasises an adult woman’s consent, autonomy …
Read MoreSC ON INDEPENDENCE OF ELECTION COMMISSION Why in the News? SC Observation: Supreme Court of India stressed that free and fair elections require a truly independent Election Commission. Act Challenged: The court was hearing petitions against the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners Act, 2023. Selection Panel Issue: Concerns were raised regarding the dominance …
Read MoreIndia Strategic Autonomy Challenge Syllabus GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, the Iran war and increasing American pressure on trade, energy, and strategic policies raised concerns about India’s strategic autonomy and the effectiveness of its partnerships with Europe and major powers, affecting the country’s balance of payment position and international …
Read MorePLAYING HIDE AND SEEK ON EMPLOYMENT GUARANTEE Syllabus: GS 2: Government policies and intervention Welfare schemes for vulnerable section Why in the News? The proposed Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB-GRAMG Act) has sparked widespread criticism for potentially diluting the legally enforceable employment guarantee provided under MGNREGA, despite claims of …
Read MoreSupreme Court Flags Crisis in India’s Higher Education Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India, invoking Article 142, issued sweeping directions to reform higher education governance, mandate time-bound faculty recruitment, address rising student suicides, and strengthen mental health support amid concerns over rapid expansion under NEP 2020. The Court’s decision also touched upon …
Read MoreUIDAI LAUNCHES AADHAAR MASCOT ‘UDAI’ Why in the News? New initiative: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) launched the Aadhaar mascot ‘Udai’ to improve public outreach and promote environmental awareness through digital governance, potentially facilitating easier access to environmental clearance processes. People-friendly approach: The mascot aims to make Aadhaar-related information more relatable and accessible, potentially …
Read MoreKarnataka HC Introduces Tech-Driven SOP for Child Abuse Cases Why in the News ? The Karnataka High Court has issued a technology-based Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) titled “SOP for Protection and Rehabilitation of Minor Victims of Sexual Offences, 2025” to ensure faster justice, prevent bureaucratic delays, and protect victims’ confidentiality through digital tracking mechanisms. This …
Read MoreClean Air as a Fundamental Right to Life Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Important International Institutions GS Paper – 3 Conservation Why in the News? Citizens, parents, and environmental advocates recently gathered at India Gate, demanding accountability and urgent action to address Delhi’s toxic air crisis. The protest highlighted the absence of a health-centric approach …
Read MoreThe image explains the key features of the Charter Act 1853, a major constitutional development for India. This topic is relevant for UPSC GS Paper 2 (Polity and Governance), under the subject: Indian Polity.
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