News: The Supreme Court has rejected a plea seeking to protect VD Savarkar’s name under the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950. About Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950 It is a legislation aimed at safeguarding national and international symbols from unauthorized commercial or professional exploitation. The “emblem” means… Continue reading Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950
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.
Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Scheme
News: On May 20, 2025, recently revamped OCI services portal was launched. Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Scheme. About Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Scheme The Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme was introduced by the Government of India through an amendment to the Citizenship Act, 1955, in 2005. This initiative was designed to strengthen… Continue reading Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Scheme
e-Zero FIR
News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday announced that cyber fraud complaints above ₹10 lakh made via helpline 1930 or the NCRP will now be automatically converted into FIRs under the new e-Zero FIR system. About e-Zero FIR Launched by: Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Pilot Project… Continue reading e-Zero FIR
e-Passports
News: India has formally joined over 120 countries—including the US, France, Japan, and Australia—in issuing biometric e-passports. This move aims to enhance national security, ease international travel, and align with ICAO global standards. A nationwide rollout is planned by mid-2025. e-Passports. About e-Passports A biometric e-passport is an upgraded version of the traditional passport. It… Continue reading e-Passports
Presidential Reference
News: In May 2025, President Droupadi Murmu made a reference to the Supreme Court under Article 143, seeking its opinion on 14 specific legal questions. This followed a recent Supreme Court judgment that prescribed timelines for Governors and the President to act on State legislation, and made such decisions subject to judicial review. Presidential Reference.… Continue reading Presidential Reference
Agamic Temples and Supreme Court’s Direction
News: On May 14, 2025, the Supreme Court asked a committee formed by the Madras High Court to identify Agamic temples in Tamil Nadu within three months. It ordered that no priest appointments be made in these temples until the process is complete. The next hearing is in September 2025. Agamic Temples and Supreme Court’s… Continue reading Agamic Temples and Supreme Court’s Direction
Framework on Repairability Index (RI)
News: The Committee for the Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector has submitted its report to the Department of Consumer Affairs. It aims to improve repair access, transparency, and empower consumers. Framework on Repairability Index (RI) About Repairability Index (RI) The Repairability Index is a scoring system to rate how easily… Continue reading Framework on Repairability Index (RI)
Designating Senior Advocates
News: The Supreme Court scrapped its existing points-based system for designating senior advocates in the Supreme Court and High Courts. A new set of guidelines is issued. Designating Senior Advocates. About Designating Senior Advocates Under Section 16 of the Advocates Act, 1961, the Supreme Court and High Courts have the authority to confer the designation of… Continue reading Designating Senior Advocates
Basket sneaking and Confirm Shaming
News: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has intensified its scrutiny of e-commerce platforms for allegedly violating consumer rights. The authority is particularly targeting the use of dark patterns. Basket sneaking and Confirm Shaming About Dark Patterns Dark patterns are defined as deceptive design techniques used in user interface (UI) or user experience (UX) that… Continue reading Basket sneaking and Confirm Shaming
Right to Know
News: The Supreme Court of India, on May 9, 2025, set aside a Delhi High Court order that had directed the Wikimedia Foundation to take down a Wikipedia page related to a defamation case. The judgment reinforced the importance of free expression, intermediary protection, and public discourse even in sub judice matters highlighting the judiciary’s… Continue reading Right to Know
