Source: The post is based on the article “Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill passed by Lok Sabha” published in “PIB” on 22nd December 2023 Why in the News? The Lok Sabha has passed the Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023. Rajya Sabha had already passed this bill in the previous session. What is… Continue reading Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill passed by Lok Sabha
Category: BILLS & POLICIES
Advocates Amendment Bill aims to weed out ‘touts’
Source: The post is based on the article “Advocates Amendment Bill aims to weed out ‘touts’” published in “Indian Express” on 9th December 2023 Why in the News? Lok Sabha has passed the Advocates Amendment Bill 2023 during the Winter Session. What is the Advocates Amendment Bill 2023? Aim: To amend the Advocates Act of… Continue reading Advocates Amendment Bill aims to weed out ‘touts’
AICTE releases Approval Process Handbook for Academic Year 2024-2027
Source: The post is based on the article “AICTE releases Approval Process Handbook for Academic Year 2024-2027” published in “PIB” on 7th December 2023 Why in the News? All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has launched the AICTE Approval Process Handbook for Academic Year 2024-2027. What is the AICTE Approval Process Handbook for Academic… Continue reading AICTE releases Approval Process Handbook for Academic Year 2024-2027
Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Bill and J&K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “114 seats, migrant quota cleared for J&K Assembly” published in “The Hindu” on 7th December 2023 Why in the News? Lok Sabha has passed Jammu & Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023 and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023. What is Jammu & Kashmir Reservation (Amendment)… Continue reading Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Bill and J&K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023: Legal experts divided on self-regulation provisions in draft broadcasting Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023: Legal experts divided on self-regulation provisions in draft broadcasting Bill” published in “The Hindu” on 20th November 2023 Why in the News? Experts have raised concerns over the self-regulatory provisions of the Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023. What is the… Continue reading Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023: Legal experts divided on self-regulation provisions in draft broadcasting Bill
Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022: Benefits and Concerns – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 Why was the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019 withdrawn?3 What are the benefits/positive aspects of the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022?4 What are the concerns associated with the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022?5 What steps can be taken going ahead?6 Conclusion Introduction The Government has released the… Continue reading Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022: Benefits and Concerns – Explained, pointwise
MPLAD Scheme
MPLAD is a central government scheme, under this scheme any MPs are empowered to recommend development programmes involving the spending every year of Rs 5 crore in their respective constituencies. MPLADS guidelines states that the objective of the scheme is to enable MPs to recommend works of developmental nature with emphasis on the creation of durable community… Continue reading MPLAD Scheme
Public Distribution System in India: An overview
Context The Public Distribution System (PDS) needs to be systematic and lenient,especially towards the poor. What is Public Distribution System? The Public Distribution System (PDS) evolved as a system for distribution of food grains at affordable prices and management of emergency situations. Public distribution system (PDS) is an Indian food security system. Established by the Government of India under Ministry of… Continue reading Public Distribution System in India: An overview
Autonomy for Tribunals recommends the Law Commission
Context The Law Commission of India has recommended that a Committee led by the Chief Justice of India should be in charge of the appointments of Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Judicial Members of the various central tribunals. Such a step sends strong message to the government that appointments to tribunals and their functioning should remain independent… Continue reading Autonomy for Tribunals recommends the Law Commission
Effective governance in India: Lokpal, RTI and Whistleblowers Act
Context Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) called for the implementation of the Whistleblowers’ Protection Act, the Lokpal Act and the Lokayukta Act to strengthen governance system What are the salient features of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Bill? The Act allows setting up of anti-corruption ombudsman called Lokpal at the Centre and Lokayukta at the State-level. The… Continue reading Effective governance in India: Lokpal, RTI and Whistleblowers Act
