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19Nov 2025

Local Bodies & The 16th Finance Commission: Expectations

What Local Bodies Expect from Sixteenth Finance Commission Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission (FC) submitted its report to the President on November 17, raising expectations on resource-sharing between the Union and States and recommendations to strengthen the finances of panchayats and municipalities, as mandated under Article 280 of the Constitution. This comes …

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11Nov 2025

Karnataka HC’s Tech SOP for Child Abuse Cases

Karnataka HC Introduces Tech-Driven SOP for Child Abuse Cases Why in the News ? The Karnataka High Court has issued a technology-based Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) titled “SOP for Protection and Rehabilitation of Minor Victims of Sexual Offences, 2025” to ensure faster justice, prevent bureaucratic delays, and protect victims’ confidentiality through digital tracking mechanisms. This …

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11Nov 2025

Clean Air: A Fundamental Right in India

Clean Air as a Fundamental Right to Life Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Important International Institutions GS Paper – 3 Conservation Why in the News? Citizens, parents, and environmental advocates recently gathered at India Gate, demanding accountability and urgent action to address Delhi’s toxic air crisis. The protest highlighted the absence of a health-centric approach …

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06Nov 2025

Understanding Contempt of Court Explained

Understanding the Concept and Scope of Contempt of Court Why in the News ? Recent derogatory remarks made against the Chief Justice of India and the Supreme Court have sparked debate over contempt of court, raising questions about judicial authority, freedom of speech, and the limits of public criticism under the Indian Constitution and Contempt …

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10Oct 2025

Exclusive Rights for Indian Citizens

This infographic highlights the exclusive constitutional rights available only to Indian citizens, including the right to vote, public office, and protection from discrimination in public employment. These rights are a part of GS Paper 2 (Polity & Constitution).

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11Apr 2025

SC Sets Timelines for Governors and Speakers

Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has addressed constitutional silences by mandating time limits for Governors to act on Bills and for Speakers to decide disqualification petitions. These directives aim to prevent misuse of power and uphold democratic accountability in States. The Constitution doesn’t specify time limits for Governors to decide on Bills. …

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11Apr 2025

Ensuring Fair Justice: Protecting Judges and Judiciary Integrity

Syllabus: GS-2: Judiciary, Fundamental Rights , Judicial Review , Separation of Powers , Judgements & Cases Focus: Recent allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma have reignited debates around judicial accountability and media trials. Concerns over premature judgments, public scrutiny, and the need for procedural fairness have brought the spotlight back on in-house mechanisms and constitutional safeguards …

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11Apr 2025

THE ISSUE WITH DELIMITATION’S POPULATION-BASED PROCESS

Why in the news? Articles 82 and 170 of the Indian Constitution, which deal with the process of delimitation, have triggered intense debates and concerns recently. The discourse is shifting towards a broader reflection on what it truly means to “represent” a constituency, including the effectiveness of elected representatives. Emphasis is being placed on empowering …

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