Background Federal theorist K.C. Wheare has argued that the nature of the Indian Constitution is quasi-federal in nature. Due to such nature, few tensions in Center and State relations are bound to arise. The Sarkaria Commission was constituted in 1983 to investigate and give recommendations for a healthy relationship between the Union and the States. It was a three-member commission presided… Continue reading Summary of Sarkaria Commission Report on Center State Relations
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Difference between Acts, Rules, Regulations
Often, there is confusion surrounding the interchangeable use of the terms Acts, Rules, and Regulations, but it’s important to recognize that these terms carry unique meanings while being connected. Therefore, we are presenting the difference between Act, Rules and Regulations. According to Article 13(3)(a) of the Constitution of India, the term “law” encompasses Ordinances, orders,… Continue reading Difference between Acts, Rules, Regulations
World Toilet Organization
About World Toilet Organization Aspects Description About 1. World Toilet Organization is a global non-profit committed to improving toilet and sanitation conditions worldwide. 2. It is not an agency of the United Nations. It was granted consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2013. Established 19 November 2001 Focus WTO empowers… Continue reading World Toilet Organization
100 million farmer initiative
About 100 million farmer initiative Aspects Description About The “100 Million Farmers” initiative is a multistakeholder platform aimed at transitioning to net-zero, nature-positive food systems by 2030. Initiated by World Economic Forum Mission It supports private and public leaders to position food and farmers as central pillars of the global climate and nature agenda. It… Continue reading 100 million farmer initiative
Lapse of the bill
About Lapse of the bill A bill, whether pending in the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha, is subject to lapse or does not lapse under various circumstances as follows: Conditions Lapse status A bill pending in the Lok Sabha Lapses A bill approved by the Lok Sabha but awaiting consideration in the Rajya Sabha… Continue reading Lapse of the bill