Source- The post is based on the article “The importance of constitutional punctuality” published in “The Hindu” on 1st May 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to federalism Relevance– Office of governor News– Recently, the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly passed a resolution seeking to provide for a time frame for Governors to act on Bills passed… Continue reading The importance of constitutional punctuality
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None too soon: On Governor’s and the judiciary’s reminder on Bills
Source: The post is based on the article “None too soon: On Governor’s and the judiciary’s reminder on Bills” published in The Hindu on 29th April 2023. Syllabus: GS-2: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary. Relevance: About the challenges associated with the power of the governor. News: The Supreme Court has reminded… Continue reading None too soon: On Governor’s and the judiciary’s reminder on Bills
Governor’s pardon power overrides 433A: SC
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Section 433A mandates that a prisoner’s sentence can be remitted only after 14 years of jail. Recently, the Supreme Court has observed that the power of the Governor under Article 161 of the Constitution to commute a sentence or to pardon will override the restrictions imposed under Section… Continue reading Governor’s pardon power overrides 433A: SC
