Source– The post is based on the article “In ‘demolition raj’, the High Courts as beacons” published in “The Hindu” on 12th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Judiciary Relevance: Issues related functioning of higher courts in protecting the vulnerable sections News– In the districts of Gurugram and Nuh in Haryana, there have been clashes between Hindu… Continue reading In ‘demolition raj’, the High Courts as beacons
Tag: Polity
Error On Commission – on appointment of election commisioners
Source– The post is based on the article “Error On Commission” published in “The Times of India” on 12th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Appointment to various constitutional posts Relevance: Issues related to appointment of Election Commissioners News– Recently, GOI tabled a bill governing the appointment of election commissioners in Rajya Sabha. Why is the SC… Continue reading Error On Commission – on appointment of election commisioners
Jan Vishwas Bill: More trust, less suspicion
Source– The post is based on the article “Jan Vishwas Bill: More trust, less suspicion” published in “The Indian Express” on 11th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance: Important Bill and Acts News– Recently, Jan Vishwas Act was introduced in Parliament. How is Jan Vishwas Bill a positive step in the direction of boosting investment… Continue reading Jan Vishwas Bill: More trust, less suspicion
S Y Quraishi on the Collegium bill: How to make Election Commission credible
Source– The post is based on the article “S Y Quraishi on the Collegium bill: How to make Election Commission credible” published in “The Indian Express” on 11th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Appointment to various Constitutional Posts Relevance: Issues related to agricultural inputs News– On Thursday, the day before the Monsoon Session is set to… Continue reading S Y Quraishi on the Collegium bill: How to make Election Commission credible
A brilliant model of affirmative action – on reservation
Source: The post is based on the article “A brilliant model of affirmative action– In light of the recent US Supreme Court decision on race-based admissions, the Indian model of reservations in both jobs and education holds valuable lessons” published in “ Business standard” on 11th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Comparison of the Indian constitutional… Continue reading A brilliant model of affirmative action – on reservation
Steps worth taking- Sound advice from Parliament on judicial reform
Source: The post is based on the article “Steps worth taking- Sound advice from Parliament on judicial reform” published in Business standard on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Separation of powers between various organs News: The author discusses a recent parliamentary report suggesting reforms in India’s judiciary. It emphasizes raising judges’ retirement age, reassessing post-retirement… Continue reading Steps worth taking- Sound advice from Parliament on judicial reform
Judged Half Right- House panel spot on for mandatory asset declaration for judges. Court vacations are a more complex issue
Source: The post is based on the article “Judged Half Right- House panel spot on for mandatory asset declaration for judges. Court vacations are a more complex issue” published in The Times of India on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Separation of powers between various organs News: The House panel in India has recommended that… Continue reading Judged Half Right- House panel spot on for mandatory asset declaration for judges. Court vacations are a more complex issue
Mediating, Minus Sarkar – on Mediation Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “Mediating, Minus Sarkar” published in Times of India on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Dispute redressal mechanisms News: The author discusses the new Mediation Bill passed in India, which formalizes and promotes mediation as a mainstream method for resolving disputes. What are the main features of the… Continue reading Mediating, Minus Sarkar – on Mediation Bill
A Hassle Is Born – on Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2023
Source– The post is based on the article “A Hassle Is Born” published in “The Times of India” on 9th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity News– Recently, Parliament passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2023. Contents1 What are the major provisions of the Bill?2 What are issues with the Bill?3 Why does… Continue reading A Hassle Is Born – on Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2023
Falling short – on Digital Data Protection Bill 2023
Source– The post is based on the article “Falling short” published in “The Hindu” on 9th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance: Important Bills and Acts News– Recently, The Digital Data Protection Bill, 2023, was passed in the Lok Sabha on Monday. What are the major provisions of the Bill? An entity or individual, referred… Continue reading Falling short – on Digital Data Protection Bill 2023