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EC Clarifies Limits of Centre’s Citizenship Scrutiny Powers Why in the News ? The Election Commission (EC) informed the Supreme Court that the Centre’s authority over citizenship matters is limited to probing voluntary foreign citizenship, asserting that the EC independently holds power to assess citizenship for voter registration, amid Opposition concerns over the Special Intensive …
Read MoreEmpowering Democracy Through Model Youth Gram Sabhas Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Local Self Governance, Government Policies & Interventions GS Paper – 3 Inclusive Growth Why in the News? The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, and the Aspirational Bharat Collaborative, launched the Model Youth Gram …
Read MoreOver 1.25 Lakh Grievances Resolved via CPGRAMS Why in the News ? The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) reported that over 1.25 lakh public grievances were addressed in April 2025 through CPGRAMS. The report ranks ministries based on performance and highlights states with the highest user registrations, notably Uttar Pradesh. Grievance Redressal …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The swearing-in of members marks the beginning of the 18th Lok Sabha session after the 2024 general elections. MPs must take the oath or affirmation prescribed by the Constitution to participate in parliamentary proceedings and exercise their rights as elected representatives. About Parliament session and oath taking: When Does the Term …
Read MoreState Information Commission (SIC): Members and Appointment The Right to Information Act of 2005 (RTI Act) mandates the establishment of a State Information Commission (SIC) in each state. All states have constituted SICs through official notifications in their gazettes. The SIC is a high-powered independent body that adjudicate on complaints and appeals related to information …
Read MoreIntroduction Central Information Commission (CIC) is a statutory body. It Established under the Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI Act) to ensure the implementation of the Act and to promote transparency and accountability in the working of the government. The CIC has jurisdiction over all Central Public Authorities (CPAs), which are defined under the RTI …
Read MoreIntroduction The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is an esteemed constitutional authority and a vital component of the Indian government’s financial system. This chapter explores the origins, functions, and significance of the CAG in upholding financial accountability in the world’s largest democracy. Origins and Historical Background The idea of an independent institution responsible …
Read MoreIntroduction: National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) was initially constituted by the Central Government by the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993 and so far the Commission had been reconstituted 7 times up to 2016. The National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993 has been repealed through the National Commission for Backward Classes (Repeal) …
Read MoreThe information you provided is accurate and describes the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) in India. The NCST is indeed a constitutional body established to safeguard the interests of Scheduled Tribes in the country. It was created through the 89th Constitution Amendment Act in 2003, which introduced Article 338A into the Indian Constitution. This …
Read MoreIntroduction The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) is a constitutional body in India established under Article 338 of the Indian Constitution. Its primary role is to protect the rights and interests of Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and ensure the effective implementation of welfare measures for SCs. The NCSC investigates complaints, monitors safeguard implementation, and …
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