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Syllabus: GS-3: Inclusive Growth, Government Policies & Interventions, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in the News? On February 13, 2025, Article 356 was invoked in Manipur, placing the State under President’s Rule. This move transferred administrative and legislative functions to the President of India, suspending the State government but …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Constitutional Bodies , Transparency & Accountability Focus: For the first time, India’s Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) was appointed under the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service, and Term of Office) Act, 2023. However, the new law has been challenged in the Supreme Court for allegedly undermining the Election …
Read MoreWhy in the news? On February 13, 2024, the Union Government imposed President’s Rule in Manipur after CM N. Biren Singh resigned. The decision follows ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities and political instability, with no consensus on Singh’s successor. Why was President’s Rule imposed in Manipur? On February 13, 2024, the Union Government …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The NSCN (I-M) has urged PM Modi to uphold the 2015 Framework Agreement, rejecting its comparison with the 2017 Agreed Position. The group praised MPs for seeking updates on the Naga peace process and warned against escalating tensions in the region. Framework Agreement vs. Agreed Position: NSCN (I-M) asserts that its …
Read MoreWhy the news? The President’s Rule was imposed in Manipur on February 15, 2025, following Chief Minister N. Biren Singh’s resignation and continued ethnic violence. The State Assembly remains under suspended animation, as BJP failed to finalize an alternative leadership. Imposition of President’s Rule: President Droupadi Murmu imposed President’s Rule in Manipur on February 15, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Representation of People’s Act , Parliament , Judgements & Cases Focus: The Supreme Court is hearing a petition seeking a lifetime ban on convicted individuals from contesting elections. The petition argues that if convicted persons are ineligible for government jobs, they should also be disqualified from becoming lawmakers. The Central government, however, maintains …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court emphasized that under Article 200 of the Constitution, Governors must communicate reasons for withholding assent to state Bills, while hearing Tamil Nadu’s petitions against Governor R.N. Ravi’s decision to withhold several Bills. Key Observation by the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court emphasized that under Article 200 of the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ahead of district council elections, Meghalaya’s Voice of the People Party (VPP) seeks Article 371 provisions to resume banned rat-hole coal mining. Recent coal mining agreements and comparisons to Nagaland’s mining practices have intensified the discussions. Context and Poll-Related Developments: Meghalaya, ahead of the February 21 elections for Khasi Hills and …
Read MoreSyllabus: Event of Current Importance Why in the News? Dr. Manmohan Singh, India’s former Prime Minister, and a key architect of economic liberalization, passed away at the age of 92. Known for his groundbreaking reforms in 1991 and his role in shaping India’s foreign policy, Dr. Singh’s contributions have left an indelible mark on India’s …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away at 92, remembered for his key economic reforms, leadership, and global influence, especially in U.S.-India relations. Dr. Manmohan Singh: A Visionary Economic Reformer Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India, passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92 at …
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