News:The Supreme Court of India in its judicial order has taken serious note of the government sitting over names reiterated by the CJI-led collegium for appointment as high court judges. Facts: What did the Supreme Court said? The Supreme Court in its judicial order has said that the 213 names recommended for appointment to various… Continue reading Supreme Court flags delay in appointment of judges
Category: Polity
6 years on, Lokpal is yet to get prosecution wing
News:Recently,it has been revealed that almost six years after the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, was signed into law,several key provisions needed for the anti-corruption ombudsman to function have still not been operationalised. Facts: About Lokpal: The term Lokpal was coined in 1963 but the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act came into force in 2104.However,It was… Continue reading 6 years on, Lokpal is yet to get prosecution wing
Explained:Creamy layer principle in SC, ST quota for promotion: judgments, appeals
News:Recently,the Centre has urged the Supreme Court to refer to a larger Bench its decision that had applied the creamy layer principle to promotions for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in government jobs. Facts: About Creamy Layer Concept for SC’s and ST’s: The creamy layer concept was first applied in the Indra Sawhney case, or… Continue reading Explained:Creamy layer principle in SC, ST quota for promotion: judgments, appeals
Anglo-Indians left out as Bill to extend quota in legislature gets nod
News:Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to abolish the reservation of two seats for the Anglo-Indian community in the Lok Sabha while extending the reservation of Scheduled Castes(SC) and Schedule Tribes(ST) by 10 years. Facts: About Anglo-Indians: The term Anglo Indian is defined as per the article 366 (2) of the Indian constitution as a… Continue reading Anglo-Indians left out as Bill to extend quota in legislature gets nod
After glut, Lok Sabha Speaker caps private member bills
News:Lok Sabha Speaker has limited to three the number of private members bills that an MP can introduce in a session of Parliament. Facts: About Private members bill: A Member of Parliament who is not a Minister or not a member of the Government is regarded as a Private Member. A Bill introduced in either… Continue reading After glut, Lok Sabha Speaker caps private member bills
Cabinet approves Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Bill, 2019
News:The Union Cabinet has approved the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens (Amendment) Bill,2019. Facts: About the bill: The bill seeks to amend the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizen Act, 2007. The aim of the Bill is to provide for maintenance and welfare of parents and senior citizens, and ensure… Continue reading Cabinet approves Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Bill, 2019
When is the oath taken by a Minister (in)valid?
News:During the oath-taking ceremony of the Maharashtra government,the Chief Minister with other ministers altered the oath by invoking the names other than mentioned in the Constitution. Facts: Constitutional provisions related to Oath: Article 164(3): It states that before a Minister enters upon his office, the Governor shall administer to him the oaths of office and… Continue reading When is the oath taken by a Minister (in)valid?
Political Parties Registration Tracking Management System(PPRTMS)
News:Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to implement the Political Parties Registration Tracking Management System(PPRTMS). Facts: About the registration system: The registration tracking system is being implemented to help the applicants track the process of registration of political party.This system will be effective from 1st January,2020. The system will be implemented through an online… Continue reading Political Parties Registration Tracking Management System(PPRTMS)
Explained: What Fundamental Duties mean
News:Recently, the Prime Minister, President and Vice President have said that citizens should remember their fundamental duties as they remember their fundamental rights. Facts: About Fundamental Duties: The Fundamental Duties were incorporated in Part IV-A of the Indian Constitution by the Constitution 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 during the time of Emergency. The concept of Fundamental… Continue reading Explained: What Fundamental Duties mean
Explained:What is Inner Line Permit, and will it address N-E states’ concerns over CAB
News:Union Home minister has said that the Citizenship Amendment Bill,2016 would provide protection to such regions and states where the Inner Line Permit (ILP) is applicable. Facts: About Inner Line Permit(ILP): Inner Line Permit (ILP) is an official travel document issued by the government of India.It is required by Indian citizens residing outside certain protected… Continue reading Explained:What is Inner Line Permit, and will it address N-E states’ concerns over CAB
