August 5, 2024, marks the 5 years after the abrogation of Article 370. On August 5, 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the abrogation of Article 370 and the end of special status for the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Subsequently, Parliament used its powers under Article 3 of the Constitution, for the first time,… Continue reading 5 years after abrogation of Article 370- Explained Pointwise
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Sturgeon Fishes
Source- This post on Sturgeon Fishes has been created based on the article “Sturgeon, among the world’s most endangered fish, are being heavily poached & trafficked in the Lower Danube, their last stronghold: WWF” published in Down to earth on 30 July 2024. Why in News? According to a recent report by the WWF, poaching and… Continue reading Sturgeon Fishes
Tarang Shakti Air Exercise
Source- This post on Tarang Shakti Air Exercise has been created based on the article “What is Tarang Shakti, the largest military exercise that India will host?” published in “The Hindustan Times” on “31st July 2024“. Why in News? India’s air exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ will be the first and largest international air exercise ever conducted in… Continue reading Tarang Shakti Air Exercise
SC verdict allowing for Sub-Classification of SCs and STs- Explained Pointwise
The seven-judge bench of the SC headed by the Chief Justice of India, with a 6:1 ruling has allowed for sub-classification of SCs and STs. The ruling has permitted the states to create sub-classifications within the SC and ST categories for the purpose of according wider protections in public employment and education. This verdict overturns… Continue reading SC verdict allowing for Sub-Classification of SCs and STs- Explained Pointwise
Broadcasting Regulation Bill 2024- Significance and Concerns- Explained Pointwise
Recently, concerns have been raised by several by the digital creators against the Broadcasting regulation bill 2024. The draft Bill seeks to regulate broadcast of news and current affairs programmes (excluding print news). Such programmes will have to comply with the prescribed programme code and advertisement code. According to the CSDS Lok-Niti survey, 29% of… Continue reading Broadcasting Regulation Bill 2024- Significance and Concerns- Explained Pointwise
[Yojana July Summary-2] India’s Food Safety Regulatory Landscape- Explained Pointwise
India’s food regulatory landscape has undergone a transformative journey with the enactment of the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSA), 2006. This comprehensive Act replaced the erstwhile fragmented and outdated laws and established the apex food regulator of the country, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). A stringent and vigilant food regulatory… Continue reading [Yojana July Summary-2] India’s Food Safety Regulatory Landscape- Explained Pointwise
Reservation for persons with Disabilities- Significance and Implementation Challenges- Explained Pointwise
The recent controversy surrounding Puja Khedkar, accused of fabricating her disability and caste to receive benefits, has sparked a debate on reservations for persons with disabilities (PwDs). The issue gained further momentum when a former chief executive officer of NITI Aayog tweeted that reservations for persons with disabilities (PwDs) should be reassessed. This calls for… Continue reading Reservation for persons with Disabilities- Significance and Implementation Challenges- Explained Pointwise
[Kurukshetra July 2024 Summary] Enhancing Innovation in Rural India- Explained Pointwise
Innovation is central to the economic growth and development of any country. In the context of rural India, innovative approach provides new ways to solve the problems of rural people and create new opportunities for entrepreneurship development. The focus on enhancement of innovation in rural areas can help in solving the challenges to rural development… Continue reading [Kurukshetra July 2024 Summary] Enhancing Innovation in Rural India- Explained Pointwise
SC verdict on state’s power to tax mining activities- Explained Pointwise
The 9 judge bench of the Supreme Court (SC) in its recent judgement has held that Indian states have the power to tax mining activities and collection of ‘royalties’ from mining leaseholders is not a tax. The judgment effectively overturns the Supreme Court’s previous position established in the 1989 case of India Cements Ltd. v.… Continue reading SC verdict on state’s power to tax mining activities- Explained Pointwise
President and Governor immunity under Article 361- Explained Pointwise
A three-judge Bench headed by the Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud has been hearing a case against the blanket ‘criminal immunity‘ provided to the President and Governors under Article 361 of the constitution. The court has impleaded the Union government and sought assistance from the Attorney General of India to decide if a ‘blanket‘… Continue reading President and Governor immunity under Article 361- Explained Pointwise
