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Why in the news? Delhi High Court restricts Central Information Commission (CIC) from commenting on MPLADS fund utilization by legislators. HC stated that the purpose of the Right to Information (RTI) Act is to ensure access to information under public authorities’ control, not to comment on fund usage. About Central Information Commission (CIC): Established: in …
Read MoreBackground The history of Lokpal and Lokayukta in India is rooted in the global concept of ombudsman institutions. The idea of an ombudsman can be traced back to Sweden in 1809, and it gained prominence after World War II. In India, the concept of a constitutional Ombudsman was first proposed by Ashok Kumar Sen, the …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and various Quasi-judicial Bodies. Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of Constitutional Bodies. Focus: The CEC and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, which gave the central government a majority vote in the appointments of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other election commissioners. Source: couseguide The ECI, an independent constitutional authority, ensures …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) is questioning the delay in publishing the All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW) for February and March. CITU is urging the Labour Ministry to release the AICPI-IW data promptly, as it’s crucial for regulating wages and policy formulations. Source:KeyDiffer About All …
Read MoreWhy in the news? RBI raises concerns over alleged unethical practices in asset reconstruction companies (ARCs). ARCs urged to prioritise governance and ethical conduct. Conference organised in Mumbai to address these issues. source:scribd About Asset Reconstruction Company (ARC): Specialised financial institution acquiring and managing distressed assets like NPAs. Banks offload troubled loans to ARCs at …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court ruled that state acquisition of private property must follow proper procedures, emphasising constitutional and human rights. The judgement clarified that compensation alone is insufficient; legal processes and procedural rights must be strictly observed. Source:scribd About Right to Property under the Constitution of India: Initially recognized as a fundamental …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court ruled that investigating agencies must provide written grounds for arrests under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This decision underscores the importance of the right to life and personal liberty as fundamental rights. About Section 43B of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA): Requires the arresting officer …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court assured advocate Prashant Bhushan that a petition for constituting an SIT to investigate electoral bonds data would be listed soon. It criticises investigative agencies like CBI, ED, and IT Department for alleged complicity in corruption cases. The petition claims that firms under investigation donated significant amounts to the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Bombay High Court directs NCB to provide details of inquiry against Sameer Wankhede over alleged irregularities; Aryan Khan case mentioned. About NCB to Submit Inquiry Details to High Court: The Bombay High Court instructed the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) to provide details of a preliminary inquiry against former Mumbai zonal director …
Read MoreWhy in the news? EC mandates disclosure of publishers and printers for political hoardings to ensure transparency and accountability in campaign communications. Understanding Crackdown on Anonymous Political Hoardings: The Election Commission (EC) has taken action against anonymous political hoardings, requiring disclosure of publishers’ and printers’ names for accountability. This move aims to regulate campaign financing …
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