Category: Polity

Naga peace accord

News:The government has said that the Naga peace accord which was signed in 2015 is in the process of conclusion. Facts: About Naga Peace Accord: The Naga Peace accord was signed in 2015 between the Government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland(Isak-Muivah). The content of the agreement has not been disclosed but… Continue reading Naga peace accord

Indian Penal Code

News:The Central Government has constituted two committees comprising legal luminaries to overhaul the Indian Penal Code (IPC) introduced by the British in 1860. Facts: About Indian Penal Code,1860: The Indian Penal Code (IPC) is the official criminal code of India.It is a comprehensive code intended to cover all substantive aspects of criminal law. The code… Continue reading Indian Penal Code

DNA Technology Regulation Bill

News:The DNA Technology Regulation Bill has been referred to a parliamentary standing committee for examination. Facts: What is DNA? DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that contains the genetic instructions. It can be extracted from samples of blood,tissue,hair and bodily fluids.Outside of identical twins,no two people have the same DNA pattern. Features of the bill:… Continue reading DNA Technology Regulation Bill

Explained: How a waqf is created, and the laws that govern such properties

News:The UP Sunni Waqf Board has decided to surrender its claim on the disputed Ayodhya site. Facts: What is a waqf? Waqf is the property given in the name of God for religious and charitable purposes.  In legal terms,permanent dedication by a person professing Islam of any movable or immovable property for any purpose recognised… Continue reading Explained: How a waqf is created, and the laws that govern such properties

RTI Portal

News: The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and state governments to file reply on a plea seeking direction to establish Right to Information (RTI) web portals in all states to enable citizens, especially those living abroad, to file RTI applications online. Facts: The plea has said that the Centre has established an online RTI… Continue reading RTI Portal

Model tenancy law to help attract institutional investments in rental housing: Report

News:According to a report,the proposed model tenancy law will be instrumental in institutionalising rental housing in the country and tap huge potential in this segment as over 11 million homes are vacant in urban areas. Facts: Draft of Model Tenancy Act, 2019: The Act aims to balance the interest and rights of both the owners… Continue reading Model tenancy law to help attract institutional investments in rental housing: Report

Explained: What election manifestos must do, why they matter

News:With Assembly elections in Haryana and Maharashtra, the political parties have published its Election Manifestos. Facts: About Election manifestos: A manifesto is a published declaration of intentions, motives, or views of the issuer, be it an individual, group, political party or government. In India,Election manifestos are not legally enforceable documents. There is no provision in… Continue reading Explained: What election manifestos must do, why they matter

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