Source- This post on the Amendments to Administrative Role of J&K L-G has been created based on the article “Centre amends rules to broaden the administrative role of J&K L-G” published in “The Hindu” on 13 July 2024. Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently widened the ambit of the… Continue reading Amendments to Administrative Role of J&K L-G
Category: Factly: Polity and Nation
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Polity and Nation. You can find all relevant Polity and Nation updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas
Source- This post on the Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas is based on the “Centre declares June 25 as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas” published in “The Hindu” on 13 July 2024. Why in the news? The Union government has declared June 25 as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas’. Centre Declares June 25 as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas’ 1. Significance: The day will… Continue reading Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas
Supreme Court’s Decision on Maintenance for Divorced Muslim Women
Source- This post on the Supreme Court’s Decision on Maintenance for Divorced Muslim Women has been created based on the article “Decoding Supreme Court’s verdict on divorced Muslim women’s right to maintenance under Section 125 CrPC “ published in “The Hindu” on 11 July 2024. Why in the news? In a significant ruling, the Supreme… Continue reading Supreme Court’s Decision on Maintenance for Divorced Muslim Women
Amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services
Source- This post on the Amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services has been created based on the article “TRAI notifies amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services and releases” published in “PIB” on 9 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, TRAI notified amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and… Continue reading Amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services
Anand Marriage Act
Source- This post on the Anand Marriage Act has been created based on the article “National Commission of Minorities Holds Meeting with States/UTs to Discuss Implementation of Anand Marriage Act” published in “PIB” on 9 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the National Commission for Minorities conducted a video conference meeting, chaired by the Chairman… Continue reading Anand Marriage Act
Supreme Court on Bail
Source- This post on the Supreme Court on Bail has been create based on “Bail cannot be withheld as a form of punishment, says SC” published in “The Hindu” on 8 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Supreme Court has held that the right to bail of an accused cannot be withheld as a… Continue reading Supreme Court on Bail
Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha
Source– This post on Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha has been created based on the article “Why a Leader of Opposition post after 10 years, and why it matters” published in “Indian Express” on 27 June 2024. Why in the news? After 10 years, the Lok Sabha will have a Leader of… Continue reading Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha
Post of Deputy Speaker
Source– This post on Post of Deputy Speaker has been created based on the article “Post of Deputy Speaker” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? With the Opposition’s increased strength in Lok Sabha, its members hope to secure the Deputy Speaker post. The 17th Lok Sabha (2019-24) did not have a… Continue reading Post of Deputy Speaker
J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance
Source– This post on J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance has been created based on the article “What is Enemy Agents Ordinance, tough law applicable in Jammu and Kashmir?” published in “Indian Express” on 25 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir stated that investigating agencies should try those… Continue reading J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance
MPs term and oath
Source– This post on MPs term and oath has been created based on the article “18th Lok Sabha session begins today: How do MPs take oath? What happens if an MP is in jail?” published in “Indian Express” on 24 June 2024. Why in the news? The 18th Lok Sabha’s first session will start on… Continue reading MPs term and oath