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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. …
Read MoreEnsuring 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 …
Read MoreTHE 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 …
Read MoreA CASE FOR A FAIR SEAT ALLOCATION
Syllabus: GS-2: Đelimitation Commission Constitutional machinery Census Why in the News? With the Census 2021 data expected to be released soon, discussions around readjustment of Lok Sabha seats have taken center stage. Though often mislabelled as “delimitation,” the real issue is the readjustment of seats based on population growth, as mandated by Article 82 of …
Read MoreNeVA: Boosting Paperless Governance in Indian Legislatures
Why in News ? Delhi recently became the 28th legislature to adopt the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), advancing India’s push towards digitized legislative procedures. NeVA enhances efficiency, transparency, and accessibility, reducing paper usage and promoting eco-friendly governance across states and union territories. Key Features & Benefits NeVA is a member-centric, device-neutral platform designed for MLAs, …
Read MoreChennai Conclave Revives Federalism Debate, Calls for Reforms
Syllabus: GS-2: FederalismCo-operative FederalismSeparation of PowersCentre-State RelationsInter-State Relations Focus: The Chennai Conclave, convened by Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin, highlighted concerns over growing centralization in India’s governance. It opposed the proposed increase in Lok Sabha seats for northern states and called for a balanced Union-state relationship, sparking discussions on federalism, regional representation, and constitutional governance. …
Read MoreCollegium System vs. NJAC Debate
Syllabus: GS 2: Government Judiciary Why in the News? Recently, debates on judicial appointments resurfaced after criticism of the collegium system’s opacity. Calls for reviving the NJAC have gained momentum, urging judicial reforms to enhance transparency, accountability, and executive participation. Revisiting Judicial Appointments in India Article 124 of the Indian Constitution establishes and governs the …
Read MoreFederalism in India: Balancing Centre, State, and Party Interests
Syllabus: GS-2: FederalismCo-operative Federalism Focus: Recent debates over delimitation, fiscal policies, language issues, and centralization trends have intensified tensions between the Centre and states. The influence of political parties on governance, concerns over state autonomy, and calls for greater cooperative federalism highlight the evolving challenges of India’s federal structure. Federalism in India: Federalism in India …
Read MoreSPECIAL CATEGORY STATUS: A POLITICAL BARGAINING CHIP
Syllabus: GS 3: Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure, Devolution of Powers and Finances . Government Policies and Interventions Why in the News? The demand for special category status (SCS) has resurfaced as various states, particularly those led by regional parties, seek additional financial benefits and support from the central government. The issue …
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