Source: The post is based on the article “Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Terms of Office) Bill, 2023” published in “The Hindu” on 18th December 2023 Why in the News? Rajya Sabha has passed The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Office and Terms of Office) Bill,… Continue reading Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Terms of Office) Bill, 2023
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.
Post Office Bill 2023
Source- This post is based on the article “Post Office Bill, 2023: Why it was brought in, provisions, criticism” published in “The Indian Express” on 17th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently the Post Office Bill, 2023 has been introduced into the parliament seeking to repeal the Indian Post Office Act of 1898. What… Continue reading Post Office Bill 2023
Asymmetric Federalism: Why many states in India enjoy special provisions
Source: The post is based on the article “Beyond Jammu and Kashmir: Why many states in India enjoy special provisions” published in “Indian Express” on 15th December 2023 Why in the News? India’s Constitution is tilted towards the Centre. But certain states enjoy special provisions in the Constitution. What is India’s Governance Structure? 1) India’s… Continue reading Asymmetric Federalism: Why many states in India enjoy special provisions
Supreme Court Affirms Validity of Arbitration Agreements in Unstamped Contracts
Source- This post is based on the article “Arbitration agreements in unstamped contracts valid, says Constitution Bench” published in “The Hindu” on 13th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, a seven-judge Constitution Bench ruled that arbitration agreements in unstamped or insufficiently stamped commercial contracts remain valid, enforceable, and existent. What are the Highlights of… Continue reading Supreme Court Affirms Validity of Arbitration Agreements in Unstamped Contracts
Lok Sabha Rules for Visitors’ Entry
Source: The post is based on the article “What helped two men dodge layers of security inside Parliament House” published in “Indian Express” on 14th December 2023 Why in the News? Recently, two persons visiting the Parliament jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber from the visitor’s gallery and opened canisters that emitted yellow smoke. What… Continue reading Lok Sabha Rules for Visitors’ Entry
Unveiling Anarcho-Capitalism: Navigating the Complex Debates and Controversies
Source- This post is based on the article “Understanding the debates around anarcho-capitalism” published in “The Hindu” on 13th December 2023. Why in the News? The term “Anarcho-Capitalism” has surged in prominence as Javier Milei, a self-professed anarcho-capitalist, secured victory in recent Argentina’s presidential elections. What is Anarcho-Capitalism? 1) Anarcho-Capitalism is a political philosophy advocating… Continue reading Unveiling Anarcho-Capitalism: Navigating the Complex Debates and Controversies
Supreme Court upholds repeal of J&K’s Special Status
Source: The post is based on the article “Supreme Court upholds repeal of J&K’s special status” published in “The Hindu” on 12th December 2023 Why in the News? The Supreme Court in a unanimous ruling upheld the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution, which had conferred special status on the erstwhile State of Jammu… Continue reading Supreme Court upholds repeal of J&K’s Special Status
President’s actions during State Emergency open to scrutiny: SC
Source – This post is based on the article “Declaration of State emergency under Article 356 and subsequent actions of President should have reasonable nexus: SC” published in “The Hindu” on 11th December 2023. Why in the News? The Supreme Court in the recent decision on Article 370 ruled that the State Emergency declaration under… Continue reading President’s actions during State Emergency open to scrutiny: SC
National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC)
Source– This post is based on the article “Annual General Meeting of National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation” published in “PIB” on 8th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently the Annual General Meeting of National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC) was held at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi. What is the National… Continue reading National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC)
Section 6A: Who is a citizen, who is an ‘illegal immigrant’: Questions before SC in Assam Citizenship Act case
Source: The post is based on the article “Who is a citizen, who is an ‘illegal immigrant’: Questions before SC in Assam Citizenship Act case” published in “Indian Express” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? A Five-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court has begun hearing pleas challenging Section 6A of the Citizenship… Continue reading Section 6A: Who is a citizen, who is an ‘illegal immigrant’: Questions before SC in Assam Citizenship Act case
