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India Launches Operation Sindoor Against Terror Targets Why in the News ? India launched ‘Operation Sindoor’ post-midnight, targeting nine terror hubs in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK). The strike comes after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, aiming to hold perpetrators accountable while avoiding escalation. Objective and Scope of Operation Sindoor: …
Read More“Strengthening Parliamentary Oversight: Challenges and Reforms Ahead” Syllabus: GS-2: Parliament , Executive Representation of People’s Act , Government Policies & Interventions Focus: Recent discussions highlight the declining effectiveness of parliamentary oversight in India. With mechanisms like Question Hour and Standing Committees facing disruptions and limitations, experts stress the need for reforms to enhance transparency, accountability, …
Read MoreCabinet Approves Caste Enumeration in Upcoming Census Why in News ? The Union Cabinet has decided to include caste enumeration in the upcoming Census. This will be the first time in Independent India that caste will be counted, marking a significant shift in government policy. Caste Enumeration in Upcoming Census: Cabinet Decision: The Union Cabinet …
Read MoreCaste Census Returns to Centre of Indian Politics Syllabus: GS-1: Population and Associated Issues GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Focus: The Union Cabinet has approved a caste census to be conducted along with the delayed 2021 Census, marking a reversal from its earlier stance. This decision is expected to impact electoral boundaries, reservation policies, and …
Read MoreWhy No Deputy Speaker Since 2019? Syllabus GS 3: Indian Constitution Why in the News? Recently, the Deputy Speaker’s post has remained vacant since 2019. Even after the formation of the 18th Lok Sabha in 2024, the constitutionally mandated position continues to remain unfilled. Introduction The Office of the Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha is …
Read MoreSC Questions Validity of Unopposed Election Victories Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has questioned whether unopposed election victories without a minimum vote threshold violate voters’ rights, highlighting concerns over Section 53(2) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, and seeking the Centre’s response within four weeks. Challenge to Section 53(2) and …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced in Lok Sabha, has sparked opposition due to provisions allowing non-Muslim members in Waqf boards, empowering state officials over Waqf disputes, and altering property registration rules, raising concerns over religious autonomy and government bias. Key Provisions and Amendments: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, proposes …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution , Elections , Statutory Bodies Focus: With the upcoming 2026 delimitation exercise, concerns have been raised regarding regional power imbalances and communal biases in constituency demarcation. Past experiences in Jammu & Kashmir (2022) and Assam (2023) highlight the risks of unequal representation, administrative inefficiencies, and religious polarization, sparking debates on the …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A Lokniti-CSDS survey reveals that 42% of Indians prefer government funds to be spent on poverty alleviation rather than global events like G20, while 29% support enhancing India’s international image, highlighting a debate on national priorities. Survey Insights on National Priorities: A Lokniti-CSDS study, in collaboration with Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Former Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi appeared before the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on One Nation, One Poll (ONOP), arguing that the proposed constitutional amendment does not take away voting rights but raises concerns over Election Commission’s expanded powers. Key Developments in ONOP Debate: Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) …
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