30Oct 2026

Collegium System: Judicial Independence Debate

COLLEGIUM SYSTEM: JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE AND REFORM DEBATE WHY IN THE NEWS ? Recent Controversy: Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjay Kaul suggested that former CJI D.Y. Chandrachud may have discussed proposed judicial appointments with the Union Government before collegium deliberations. Key Concern: The issue has revived debates over judicial independence, executive interference, transparency and accountability …

30Oct 2026

Siang Dam: Development, Security & Indigenous Rights

SIANG DAM: DEVELOPMENT, SECURITY AND INDIGENOUS RIGHTS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Rising Opposition: The proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh is facing protests from indigenous Adi communities concerned about displacement, livelihood losses and cultural heritage. Strategic Context: The Centre considers the project important to counter China’s proposed 60,000-MW hydropower project …

30Oct 2026

Punjab Drug Crisis: Geography & Economy Explained

The Geography and Economy of Punjab’s Long Drug Crisis Syllabus: GS – 2 – Drug crisis , International issues Focus : Punjab’s drug crisis illustrates the intersection of geography, organised crime, unemployment, public health and internal security. Its proximity to the Golden Crescent, cross-border drone smuggling, pharmaceutical drug diversion and alleged institutional nexuses have complicated …

22Sep 2026

Article 371(K) for Ladakh Explained | UPSC & KPSC Current Affairs

WHAT IS ARTICLE 371(K), AND WHAT COULD IT MEAN FOR LADAKH? Why in the News? The Centre has proposed the introduction of a new constitutional provision — Article 371K — for Ladakh. The proposed provision aims to provide special constitutional safeguards to protect Ladakh’s land, culture, environment and local interests. The proposal follows an “in-principle …

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Collegium System: Judicial Independence Debate

Siang Dam: Development, Security & Indigenous Rights

Punjab Drug Crisis: Geography & Economy Explained

Article 371(K) for Ladakh Explained | UPSC & KPSC Current Affairs