Pendency of Cases and Rising Vacancies in the Judiciary – Explained, Pointwise

Introduction Recently the Supreme Court asked the reason from the government for delaying the process of appointment of judges. The SC also highlighted that the government has not cleared the 55 recommendations made by the Collegium for judicial appointments to High Courts.  The total sanctioned strength in the 25 High Courts is 1,080. However, the… Continue reading Pendency of Cases and Rising Vacancies in the Judiciary – Explained, Pointwise

Remote Voting Facility in India – Explained, Pointwise

Introduction The Chief Election Commissioner has proposed to include the ‘remote voting facility’ in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. This will enable voters to cast votes from remote locations and improve voter turnout. However, the success of this method depends on various other steps including the creation of enabling infrastructure for remote voting. In… Continue reading Remote Voting Facility in India – Explained, Pointwise

Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2021- Explained, Pointwise

Introduction The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) (MMDR) Amendment Bill,2021. The MMDR Bill 2021 seeks to amend the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. This bill is expected to be the watershed moment in the development of mines and minerals in India.  In this article,… Continue reading Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2021- Explained, Pointwise

Electoral Bond and its challenges – Explained, Pointwise

Introduction Recently the Supreme Court agreed to hear a plea to stay the fresh sale of Electoral Bonds. It is a significant decision considering the upcoming state assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam. Political parties rely on Electoral Bonds for the majority of their funding. Electoral bonds are surrounded by criticisms… Continue reading Electoral Bond and its challenges – Explained, Pointwise

Privatization of PSBs – Explained, Pointwise

Introduction The Government has fast-paced the privatization of PSBs(Public Sector Banks).  Recently NITI Aayog released its last round of consolidation plans. In that, the NITI Aayog listed 6 banks for the privatization plan. On the other hand, the employee unions of Public Sector Banks have gone on a two-day strike against privatization. Further, A joint… Continue reading Privatization of PSBs – Explained, Pointwise

The Government of NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021- Explained, Pointwise

Introduction The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021 or the NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021 got introduced in Lok Sabha. It amends certain provisions related to the distribution of powers and responsibilities among the L-G (Lieutenant Governor) and the Delhi legislative assembly. The issue of power tussle between the L-G… Continue reading The Government of NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021- Explained, Pointwise

SC Ruling on State Election Commission: Explained, Pointwise

Introduction Recently, the Supreme Court held that State Election Commissions(SECs) should have independent State Election Commissioners. Further, the judgement mentioned, a Bureaucrat holding government office should not be appointed as State Election Commissioner. This article will explain two things: a) the reasons behind the judgement; b) issues faced by the State Election Commissions in India.… Continue reading SC Ruling on State Election Commission: Explained, Pointwise

Afghan Peace Process and India – Explained, Pointwise

Introduction The Afghan peace process aims at ending the ongoing civil war between the Taliban and the Afghanistan government. The US administration has proposed a new peace plan to the Afghan government and the Taliban. This Peace Plan might be helpful to curtail violence and bring lasting peace to Afghanistan.  Background of the Afghan peace… Continue reading Afghan Peace Process and India – Explained, Pointwise

Issue of Refugees in India – Explained, Pointwise

Introduction A Mizoram based, Zo Reunification Organisation (ZORO) petitioned the Prime Minister to impose sanctions on current military-ruled Myanmar. It is also demanding to shelter the refugees from Myanmar on Humanitarian grounds. However, recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs communicated to four Northeast states bordering Myanmar to maintain strict vigil and not allow anyone to… Continue reading Issue of Refugees in India – Explained, Pointwise

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