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Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has addressed constitutional silences by mandating time limits for Governors to act on Bills and for Speakers to decide disqualification petitions. These directives aim to prevent misuse of power and uphold democratic accountability in States. The Constitution doesn’t specify time limits for Governors to decide on Bills. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Judiciary , Indian Constitution , Constitutional Bodies , Role of Governor , Co-operative Federalism , Federalism , Centre-State Relations Focus: The Supreme Court, in a landmark April 2024 judgment, ruled against the Tamil Nadu Governor’s prolonged delay in granting assent to state bills. By setting clear timelines and striking down the myth of …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Why in the news? An accidental fire in the outhouse of Justice Yashwant Varma’s official bungalow in New Delhi led to the discovery of several sacks containing high-value currency notes (₹500), some of …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: FederalismCo-operative FederalismSeparation of PowersCentre-State RelationsInter-State Relations Focus: The Chennai Conclave, convened by Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin, highlighted concerns over growing centralization in India’s governance. It opposed the proposed increase in Lok Sabha seats for northern states and called for a balanced Union-state relationship, sparking discussions on federalism, regional representation, and constitutional governance. …
Read MoreWhy in News ? The Supreme Court is examining whether constitutional courts can mandate a time limit for Speakers to decide disqualification petitions under the anti-defection law. The case arises from delays in ruling on BRS MLAs’ defection to Congress in Telangana. About the Supreme Court’s Question on Timely Decisions: The Supreme Court questioned whether …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Historical significance: Potti Sriramulu’s sacrifice played a key role in India’s state reorganization along linguistic lines. Hunger strike impact: His 56-day fast led to the creation of Andhra State on October 1, 1953. Foundation for reforms: His martyrdom influenced the States Reorganization Act (1956), redefining state boundaries. Potti Sriramulu’s Contribution Freedom …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: FederalismCo-operative Federalism Focus: Recent debates over delimitation, fiscal policies, language issues, and centralization trends have intensified tensions between the Centre and states. The influence of political parties on governance, concerns over state autonomy, and calls for greater cooperative federalism highlight the evolving challenges of India’s federal structure. Federalism in India: Federalism in India …
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