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Shankar Dayal Sharma Remembered for Democratic Contributions Why in the News ? Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid tribute to former President Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma on his birth anniversary, recalling his contributions as an educationist, jurist and politician to education, culture and India’s democratic institutions. Tribute on Birth Anniversary : Lok Sabha …
Read MoreIndia’s Delimitation Debate: Representation, Federalism and Democracy Syllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution, Elections, Statutory Bodies Why in the News ? The proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies after the 2027 Census has renewed debate over electoral representation, federal balance and population control. A fresh exercise could alter the distribution of parliamentary seats, potentially benefiting populous northern …
Read MoreRight to Information Act Strengthened Democratic Transparency and Accountability Why in the News ? The Right to Information (RTI) Bill, 2005 remains a landmark legislation that institutionalized citizens’ right to access information, promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance. It replaced the Freedom of Information Act, 2002, becoming a cornerstone of participatory democracy. Key Features of …
Read MoreFCRA Amendment Raises Concerns Over Civil Society Freedoms Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Why in the News ? The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 has been listed for consideration during the Monsoon Session of Parliament after being deferred earlier due to widespread protests by NGOs and Christian organisations. The proposed …
Read MoreINDIA’S PARLIAMENT MUST NOT STAGE ITS CADAVER SYNOD Syllabus: GS 2: Parliament and State legislature. Functions of Executive and Legislature. Why in the News? With Parliament expected to consider the Judges Inquiry Committee’s report on former Justice Yashwant Varma, constitutional questions have emerged regarding whether impeachment proceedings can continue after a judge has resigned …
Read MoreIn India, voting cannot remain merely a statutory right Syllabus GS 2: Government Interventions Introduction Citizenship defines the legal relationship between an individual and the State, establishing voting qualifications and voter eligibility standards that prevent disenfranchisement. Why in the News? Recent debate: A Congress leader reignited the constitutional debate by demanding that the right to …
Read MoreSupreme Court, Electoral Rolls and Democratic Accountability Syllabus: GS-2: Constitutional Bodies, Transparency & Accountability, Representation of People’s Act Why in the News ? The Supreme Court’s judgment on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has sparked intense debate regarding voting rights, judicial oversight, and the role of the Election Commission of India (ECI). …
Read MoreConsensus Essential To Preserve India’s Federal Democratic Structure Why in the News ? Debates over delimitation, rising fiscal transfers, and growing tensions between the Centre and States have revived concerns regarding the future of cooperative federalism in India, with experts advocating dialogue, consultation, and democratic restraint as long-term solutions. This discussion gains significance as India …
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 MoreShunya Se Shatak Celebrates Atal Vajpayee’s Centenary Legacy Why in the News? A commemorative programme titled “Shunya Se Shatak: Ek Shatabdi Atal Bharat Ki” was held in Indore to mark the birth centenary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, highlighting his leadership legacy and announcing major industrial investments in Madhya Pradesh. The event also emphasized Vajpayee’s commitment …
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