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Why in the News? Recent comments by Home Minister Amit Shah about a “misplaced search for god” by Ambedkar’s supporters have reignited discussions on the persistence of the caste system in modern India. These remarks have sparked debates on whether they undermine decades of activism against caste-based discrimination. B.R. Ambedkar’s ideas and vision continue to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Rajya Sabha is starting a two-day debate to mark the 75th anniversary of the Constitution’s adoption. The session is expected to see intense discussions, with key BJP and opposition leaders participating amid political tensions. Context & Significance: The Rajya Sabha is set to begin a two-day debate on the Constitution …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Article 67(b) gains attention for outlining the Vice President’s removal process, emphasizing democratic accountability and balancing authority with flexibility in addressing misconduct or incapacity. Overview of Article 67(b): Article 67(b) of the Indian Constitution specifies the procedure for removing the Vice President, who also serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court addressed West Bengal’s appeal against a High Court ruling striking down inclusion of Muslim-majority castes in the OBC list, citing improper criteria. About SC on Reservation and Religion: The Supreme Court remarked that reservation should not be based on religion. It was hearing West Bengal’s appeal against a …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Gyanvapi mosque management opposes petitions against the Places of Worship Act, 1991, arguing invalidating the law could escalate religious disputes and conflicts across India. Gyanvapi Mosque Committee’s Argument: The Gyanvapi mosque management has opposed petitions challenging the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act of 1991 in the Supreme Court. The committee …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Advocates’ Day, observed on December 3, commemorates Dr. Rajendra Prasad’s birth anniversary, celebrating his role as India’s first President, eminent lawyer, and a guiding force in framing the Indian Constitution and advancing legal principles. Significance of Advocates’ Day: Advocates’ Day is observed on December 3 annually by India’s legal community. It …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court case on the Places of Worship Act, pending for four years, highlights debates over religious harmony and property claims, while local court interventions in related cases intensify scrutiny and controversies across India. Overview of the Places of Worship Act Case: The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court declared conversions motivated by reservation benefits impermissible, emphasizing genuine belief and rejecting fraudulent claims undermining the Constitution’s ethos and reservation policies. SC’s Stand on Fraudulent Conversions: The Supreme Court ruled that religious conversions driven by reservation benefits are impermissible and termed such acts as a “fraud on the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 2 – Preamble , Judicial activism , Socialism, Secularism Focus : The article delves into the historical evolution of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, focusing on the addition of “socialist” and “secular” during the 42nd Amendment, the Supreme Court’s interpretation in key judgments, and the societal implications of the current ruling. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Constitutional Amendments ,Fundamental Rights ,Directive Principles of State Policy ,Judicial Review Focus: Recent concerns about the erosion of democratic values, institutional independence, and rising authoritarianism in India have brought the Constitution and its values into sharp focus. Citizens have mobilized through protests like those against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) to reclaim and …
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