What is the News? Election Commission of India has said that the Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) will not be able to vote by postal ballots for the upcoming elections in five states. What is a Postal Ballot? It is a facility whereby a voter can cast his/her vote remotely. The user cast the vote by recording… Continue reading No postal ballots for NRIs this time: ECI
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 Urban Digital Mission (NUDM)” and other governance initiatives
What is the News? The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched the National Urban Digital Mission(NUDM) and several other initiatives for transforming urban governance. National Urban Digital Mission(NUDM): Launched by: It has been launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). In partnership with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology… Continue reading “National Urban Digital Mission (NUDM)” and other governance initiatives
NITI Aayog’s “Governing Council” reconstituted.
What is the News? The Centre has reconstituted the governing council of the NITI Aayog to include the Union Territory of Ladakh for the first time. About Niti Aayog: National Institution for Transforming India also called NITI Aayog was formed through cabinet resolution in 2015. It had replaced the erstwhile Planning Commission. NITI Aayog is… Continue reading NITI Aayog’s “Governing Council” reconstituted.
Defence Minister launches “E-Chhawani portal”
What is the news? Union Defence Minister has launched the e-Chhawani portal. About the Portal: The portal aims to provide online municipal services to more than 20 lakh citizens across 62 Cantonment Boards. Developed by: The portal developed jointly by eGov Foundation, Bharat Electronics Limited(BEL), Directorate General Defence Estates(DGDE) and National Informatics Centre(NIC). Features: Through… Continue reading Defence Minister launches “E-Chhawani portal”
No evidence of any gender or religious bias in the district courts, finds study
What is the News? A study by the Development Data Lab has found no evidence of any systemic gender or religious bias in the district and subordinate courts across India. The lab works with governments, firms, and civil society organizations. It generates policy-relevant knowledge using data. About the study: Data used: The study looked at… Continue reading No evidence of any gender or religious bias in the district courts, finds study
law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased
What is the News? Police in Uttar Pradesh has booked few persons under The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. They had allegedly draped the body of their relative in the national flag after his death. Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act,1971: This act penalises the desecration of or insults to the… Continue reading law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased
Registered Unrecognised Political Parties are not transparent : ADR report
What is the News? Association for Democratic Reforms(ADR) has released a report titled “Analysis of Donations received by Registered Unrecognised Political Parties”. The report underlines the lack of transparency among Registered Unrecognised Political Parties. Facts: What is Registered Unrecognised Political Parties? If a party satisfies any one of below-mentioned criteria, then they are called Registered… Continue reading Registered Unrecognised Political Parties are not transparent : ADR report
EIU’s “Democracy Index” – India at 53rd position
What is the News? The Economist Intelligence Unit(EIU) has released the Democracy Index, 2020. In that, India dropped two places and currently at 53rd position. Facts: Democracy Index 2020: It was started in 2006 by the Economist Intelligence Unit. The index provides a clear image of the status of democracy worldwide in 167 countries. Categories:… Continue reading EIU’s “Democracy Index” – India at 53rd position
Tenure of “Commission for Sub-categorisation of OBCs” extended
What is the News? The tenure of the Commission to examine the Sub-categorisation of Other Backward Classes(OBCs) is extended. The commission now has until July 31 to submit its report. The commission is headed by Justice G Rohini. What is Sub-Categorisation of OBCs? Reservation among OBCs: OBCs are granted 27% reservation in jobs and education… Continue reading Tenure of “Commission for Sub-categorisation of OBCs” extended
Govt. agrees to maintain States’ share in the divisible pool of taxes
Why in News? Recently the Government released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (15th FC) recommendations along with the action taken report in the Parliament. Major recommendations of 15th FC: Tax Devolution to States: The 14th FC commission recommended that states 42% share in the divisible tax pool of the centre. But the interim report of 15th… Continue reading Govt. agrees to maintain States’ share in the divisible pool of taxes
