News: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched Nirbhay Chetna to sensitise more than 17.5 lakh male elected representatives on women’s safety and gender equality. About Nirbhay Chetna Nirbhay Chetna is a national programme focused on sensitizing male elected representatives towards women’s safety, gender equality, dignity, and leadership. Aim: The initiative aims to strengthen gender-responsive governance through Panchayati Raj… Continue reading Nirbhay Chetna
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.
National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) and Its Digital Portals
News: National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) celebrated its 23rd Foundation Day and launched four new digital initiatives. About National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) is a not-for-profit organization that strengthens India’s Internet infrastructure and supports a secure, resilient, and inclusive Internet ecosystem. Established: It was established in 2003. Registered Under: It is registered… Continue reading National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) and Its Digital Portals
Tenth Schedule and Party Mergers
News: Twenty rebel TMC MPs claimed merger with NCPI and sought protection under the Tenth Schedule’s merger exception. About Tenth Schedule and Party Mergers The Tenth Schedule was inserted by the 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1985 to prevent political defections and ensure stability in the parliamentary system. It provides for disqualification of legislators who voluntarily… Continue reading Tenth Schedule and Party Mergers
National Statistical Commission (NSC)
News: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointment of the Chairperson and Members of the National Statistical Commission (NSC). About National Statistical Commission (NSC) National Statistical Commission (NSC) is an autonomous advisory body that serves as the nodal agency for core statistical activities in India. Establishment: India established the NSC in 2005 through a Resolution… Continue reading National Statistical Commission (NSC)
NITI Aayog Governing Council
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog on the theme “Inclusive Human Development for Viksit Bharat@2047.” About NITI Aayog Governing Council NITI Aayog Governing Council: It is the apex body of NITI Aayog that provides a platform for cooperative federalism and national development discussions. Legal Basis: NITI Aayog was… Continue reading NITI Aayog Governing Council
Epichlorohydrin
News: India has banned epichlorohydrin and chlorine in tea bags, while BIS has issued safety, quality, and traceability norms for tea bags. About Epichlorohydrin Epichlorohydrin (ECH) is an organochlorine compound and an epoxide in which one of the methyl hydrogens is substituted by chlorine, and it is used in the manufacture of various industrial chemicals and… Continue reading Epichlorohydrin
National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2026
News: Four Panchayati Raj-related initiatives out of 17 projects across seven award categories have been selected for the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026. About National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2026 Conferred at: It will be conferred at the 29th National Conference on e-Governance, scheduled to be held on 1–2 July 2026 in Rajasthan. Award Categories… Continue reading National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2026
Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar)
News: The General Council of Sangeet Natak Akademi selected seven Akademi Fellows and 108 Akademi Award recipients for 2024 and 2025. About Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) is the highest, most prestigious and rare honour conferred by the Sangeet Natak Akademi for sustained contribution in performing arts. Origin:… Continue reading Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar)
Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar and Ustad Bismillah Khan
News: The General Council of Sangeet Natak Akademi, the National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama, New Delhi has selected artists for Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar for the years 2024 and 2025. About Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar Initiated by: Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2006. Objective: To honor and support young artists under 40… Continue reading Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar and Ustad Bismillah Khan
Allotment of Election Symbols to Political Parties
News: The proposed Cockroach Janta Party raised questions about whether a cockroach can be allotted as an election symbol. About Allotment of Election Symbols to Political Parties Governed by: The Election Commission of India allots election symbols to political parties and candidates under the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968. Legal and Administrative Framework: Reserved… Continue reading Allotment of Election Symbols to Political Parties
