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27Mar 2026

16th Finance Commission Centralisation Concerns

16th Finance Commission Tilts Balance Towards Centralisation Concerns Syllabus: GS-2: Centre-State Relations ,Indian Constitution ,Co-operative Federalism ,Constitutional Bodies Why in the News ? The 16th Finance Commission (FC) award has sparked debate for allegedly deviating from the long-standing tradition of impartial fiscal federalism. Experts argue that its recommendations disproportionately favour the Centre over States, weaken …

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29Jul 2025

Maharashtra’s New Bill Targets Urban Naxalism

Maharashtra’s New Bill to Counter Urban Naxalism Why in the News? The Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024 was passed to tackle the rise of urban Naxalism in the state. The law has sparked debate over potential misuse, civil rights concerns, and parallels with similar Acts in other States, raising questions about its impact on …

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15Jul 2025

Maharashtra Adds Drug Peddling Under MCOCA Act

Maharashtra Brings Drug Peddling Under MCOCA Act Why in the News ? The Maharashtra Legislative Council has passed a Bill amending MCOCA to include drug peddling and narcotics offences as organised crime. This move aims to impose stricter penalties, deny easy bail, and tighten enforcement against the escalating drug menace in the state. MCOCA Expanded …

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12Jul 2025

Maharashtra Passes Bill to Curb Urban Maoism

Maharashtra Passes Bill Targeting Urban Maoism Threat Why in the News? The Maharashtra Assembly has passed the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill (MSPS), 2024 to counter urban Maoism and left-wing extremism. The Bill has undergone three amendments and aims to criminalize support to banned organizations and their activities in urban areas. Key Objectives and Scope …

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07Oct 2024

PM Modi Unveils Banjara Heritage Museum in Maharashtra

Why in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Banjara Virasat Museum in Washim, Maharashtra, highlighting the rich heritage of the Banjara community. The museum features 13 galleries and pays tribute to prominent community leaders while launching agricultural and animal husbandry initiatives worth ₹23,300 crore. About the Inauguration of Banjara Virasat Museum: Event Details: …

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05Oct 2024

Maharashtra Announces Subsidy Scheme for Indigenous Cow Breeds

Why in the news? Maharashtra launched a subsidy program to support gaushalas caring for desi cows, aiming to preserve indigenous breeds as cow populations decline across the state. Maharashtra’s Subsidy Scheme for Indigenous Cows:  The Maharashtra government announced a subsidy of ₹50 per day per cow for gaushalas that care for desi (indigenous) breeds. This …

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