Polity and Nation Updates for UPSC IAS Prelims 2024 Examination

Source- This post on the Foreigners Tribunals (FTs) has been created based on the article “How do Assam’s Foreigners Tribunals function?” published on “The Hindu” on 18 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Assam government instructed the Border wing of the State’s police not to forward cases of non-Muslims who entered India illegally… Continue reading Foreigners Tribunals (FTs)

Source– This post on the Role of Finance Commission has been created based on the article “What is the role of the Finance Commission?”  published in “The Hindu” on 18 July 2024. Why in the news? The 16th Finance Commission, led by former Niti Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya, has started seeking public suggestions on its… Continue reading Role of Finance Commission

Source- This post on the Money Bill has been created based on the article “Key issue will be back in SC: What constitutes a Money Bill?” published on “Indian Express” on 17 July 2024. Why in the news? The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions challenging the government’s use of the “Money Bill route”… Continue reading Money Bill

Source- This post on the Karnataka Bill Mandates 50% Local Quota in Management Positions has been created based on the article “Karnataka Bill mandates 50% quota for locals in management positions” published in “The Hindu” on 17 July 2024. Why in the news? The Karnataka Cabinet has approved a Bill mandating quotas for local candidates… Continue reading Karnataka Bill Mandates 50% Local Quota in Management Positions

Source- This post on the Amendments to Administrative Role of J&K L-G has been created based on the article “Centre amends rules to broaden the administrative role of J&K L-G” published in “The Hindu” on 13 July 2024. Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently widened the ambit of the… Continue reading Amendments to Administrative Role of J&K L-G

Source- This post on the Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas is based on the “Centre declares June 25 as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas” published in “The Hindu” on 13 July 2024. Why in the news? The Union government has declared June 25 as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas’. Centre Declares June 25 as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas’ 1. Significance: The day will… Continue reading Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas

Source- This post on the Supreme Court’s Decision on Maintenance for Divorced Muslim Women has been created based on the article “Decoding Supreme Court’s verdict on divorced Muslim women’s right to maintenance under Section 125 CrPC “ published in “The Hindu” on 11 July 2024. Why in the news? In a significant ruling, the Supreme… Continue reading Supreme Court’s Decision on Maintenance for Divorced Muslim Women

Source- This post on the Amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services has been created based on the article “TRAI notifies amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services and releases” published in “PIB” on 9 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, TRAI notified amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and… Continue reading Amendments to regulatory framework for broadcasting and cable services

Source- This post on the Anand Marriage Act has been created based on the article “National Commission of Minorities Holds Meeting with States/UTs to Discuss Implementation of Anand Marriage Act” published in “PIB” on 9 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the National Commission for Minorities conducted a video conference meeting, chaired by the Chairman… Continue reading Anand Marriage Act

Source- This post on the Supreme Court on Bail has been create based on “Bail cannot be withheld as a form of punishment, says SC” published in “The Hindu” on 8 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Supreme Court has held that the right to bail of an accused cannot be withheld as a… Continue reading Supreme Court on Bail

Source– This post on Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha has been created based on the article “Why a Leader of Opposition post after 10 years, and why it matters” published in “Indian Express” on 27 June 2024. Why in the news? After 10 years, the Lok Sabha will have a Leader of… Continue reading Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha

Source– This post on Post of Deputy Speaker has been created based on the article “Post of Deputy Speaker” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? With the Opposition’s increased strength in Lok Sabha, its members hope to secure the Deputy Speaker post. The 17th Lok Sabha (2019-24) did not have a… Continue reading Post of Deputy Speaker

Source– This post on J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance has been created based on the article “What is Enemy Agents Ordinance, tough law applicable in Jammu and Kashmir?” published in “Indian Express” on 25 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir stated that investigating agencies should try those… Continue reading J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance

Source– This post on MPs term and oath has been created based on the article “18th Lok Sabha session begins today: How do MPs take oath? What happens if an MP is in jail?” published in “Indian Express” on 24 June 2024. Why in the news? The 18th Lok Sabha’s first session will start on… Continue reading MPs term and oath

Source– This post on Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) new safety standards has been created based on the article “Bureau of Indian Standards introduces two new standards to enhance Safety and Quality of Electric Vehicles in India” published in “PIB” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has… Continue reading Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) new safety standards on electric Vehicles

Source– This post on The Telecommunications Act 2023 has been created based on the article “The Telecommunications Act, 2023: Ushering in new era of connectivity” published in “PIB” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Union Government issued Gazette Notification for enforcing sections 1, 2, 10 to 30, 42 to 44, 46, 47,… Continue reading The Telecommunications Act 2023

Source– This post on Capsaicin has been created based on the article “Why chilis burn. And why humans still love them” published in “Indian Express” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? The Union government notified the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. It has come into effect from 21 June 2024.… Continue reading Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill 2024

Source– This post on Verification of EVM Burnt Memory has been created based on the article “11 candidates apply to verify EVM burnt memory: what is this process?” published in “Indian Express” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? For the first time, 11 candidates from the 2024 Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections have… Continue reading Verification of EVM Burnt Memory

Source– This post on Pro-tem Speaker has been created based on the article Who is the pro-tem Speaker of Lok Sabha and how is an MP chosen for the role?  published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? The 18th Lok Sabha will hold its first session from June 24… Continue reading Pro-tem Speaker

Source -This post on council of Minister has been based on “On the size of Council of Ministers” publsihed on 16 June 2024. Why in news? Recently, The Union Council of Ministers (COM) led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on June 9, 2024. About Council… Continue reading Council of Ministers (COM)

Source– This post on National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH) is based on the article “NIIMH is the first WHO Collaborating Centre for “Fundamental and Literary Research in Traditional Medicine” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated the National Institute of Indian Medical… Continue reading National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH)

Source– This post on National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) is based on the article “National Commission for Indian System of Medicine celebrates its 4th Foundation Day” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The National Commission for Indian Medical Systems organized a two-day National Conference, ‘PRANA’ Protecting Rights… Continue reading National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)

Source– This post on National Highway Infra Trust (NHIT) is based on the article “NHAI Unveils New Corporate Identity of National Highways Infra Trust” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the new corporate identity with the launch of a logo was unveiled at NHAI Headquarters in New Delhi. About National Highway Infra… Continue reading National Highway Infra Trust (NHIT) 

Source– This post on Competition Commission of India (CCI) is based on the article ‘CCI approves acquisition of Global Infrastructure Management, LLC by BlackRock Funding, Inc.’ published in “PIB” on 11th April 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved acquisition of Global Infrastructure Management, LLC by BlackRock Funding, Inc.… Continue reading Competition Commission of India (CCI)

Source-This post on Cabinet Committees and Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS)has been created based on the article “What are Cabinet committees, and why is the CCS the most important of them all?” published in “Indian Express” on 11 June 2024. Why in News? In the event of formation of government, appointments to important portfolios like Home,… Continue reading Cabinet Committees and Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS)