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SC Questions Governors’ Inaction on State Bills Why in the News? The Supreme Court has raised concerns over Governors indefinitely delaying assent to State Bills, questioning why such inaction under Article 200 cannot be judicially reviewed when even the Governor’s recommendation for President’s Rule under Article 356 is open to scrutiny. About Supreme Court’s Observations: …
Read MoreSC Questions Governors’ Indefinite Delay on State Bills Why in the News? The Supreme Court is hearing a Presidential Reference under Article 143 on whether it can prescribe timelines for governors and the president to act on bills passed by state legislatures. The case follows growing concerns over governors withholding bills indefinitely, raising questions about …
Read MoreState Information Commission (SIC): Members and Appointment The Right to Information Act of 2005 (RTI Act) mandates the establishment of a State Information Commission (SIC) in each state. All states have constituted SICs through official notifications in their gazettes. The SIC is a high-powered independent body that adjudicate on complaints and appeals related to information …
Read MoreState Human Rights Commission The Protection of Human Rights Act of 1993 establishes not only the National Human Rights Commission but also a State Human Rights Commission in each state. Twenty-six states have established State Human Rights Commissions through official notification. A State Human Rights Commission can only investigate human rights violations in matters covered …
Read MoreIntroduction State Public Service Commissions (SPSC) in India are constitutional bodies established under Articles 315 to 323 of the Indian Constitution. They are responsible for conducting civil service examinations, advising the state government on personnel matters, and ensuring fair selection. SPSC members are appointed by the Governor, and the Constitution safeguards their independence and impartiality. …
Read MoreIntroduction The Centre-State relationship in India pertains to the distribution of powers and responsibilities between the federal government (the Centre) and individual states. This delicate balance is a fundamental aspect of India’s federal system, as enshrined in the Constitution, and is crucial for effective governance and cooperation between the two tiers of government. The Constitution …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Kerala challenges President and Governor’s withholding of assent to state Bills, sparking legal debate over constitutional roles. source:slideserve Understanding the Governor and President’s Actions: Kerala government challenges President Murmu and Governor Khan for withholding assent to state Bills without providing reasons. Four Bills awaited President’s assent, while seven were pending Governor’s …
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