Current Affair Category: Governance/Polity/Law

Why in News ? The Supreme Court, for the first time, mandates that the President must decide on bills referred by governors within three months from the date of referral Key Points Three-Month Deadline for Presidential Decision: The Supreme Court, for the first time, mandates that the President must decide on bills referred by governors […]

Why in News ? The Delhi High Court has directed the state government to frame guidelines to secure the property rights of orphaned minors in the Capital. Key Points of the News: Court Directive: The Delhi High Court has directed the state government to frame guidelines to secure the property rights of orphaned minors in […]

Why in News?  The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment criticizing Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi for his “unconstitutional” inaction on 10 key Bills passed by the Tamil Nadu State Legislature. The court deemed these Bills to have received assent, declared subsequent actions by President Droupadi Murmu void, and established strict timelines (one […]

Why in News?  President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, days after Parliament passed the contentious legislation following marathon debates in both Houses. What is Waqf ? Waqf refers to the permanent dedication of movable or immovable assets by an individual, known as a waqif, for purposes deemed pious, religious, […]

Why in News ?  In a landmark decision, all Supreme Court judges, including the Chief Justice of India, have resolved to disclose their assets publicly. This move aligns with the principles enshrined in the 1997 Restatement of Values of Judicial Life, which serves as a cornerstone of judicial ethics in India. Overview of the Restatement […]

Why in News ? The Supreme Court of India took a significant step by forming a National Task Force to address the alarming rise in student suicides on educational campuses, particularly following the deaths of two students at IIT Delhi in 2023. This decision reflects growing concern over mental health issues among students, compounded by […]

Why in News ?  The Supreme Court has declared that the Prayagraj Development Authority’s demolition of six private homes was “inhumane and illegal.” A Bench led by Justice A.S. Oka ordered the authorities to pay Rs 10 lakh compensation to each affected house owner for violating their fundamental right to shelter without following due process. […]

Why in News ? The Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, launched a portal developed by NITI Aayog and the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) on State finances. The portal, called the “NITI NCAER States Economic Forum,” aims to provide comprehensive data and insights on the fiscal and economic landscape of Indian States, covering […]

Why in News ? There have been protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, primarily led by opposition parties, accusing the government of misleading the Muslim community about the Bill’s implications. Key Points of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Inclusion of Non-Muslims and Muslim Women on Waqf Boards: The Bill proposes to include non-Muslims and […]

The article highlights the underutilization of funds under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) and the associated recommendations by a parliamentary panel. It is relevant for UPSC Prelims and Mains because it addresses key issues in social justice, governance, and welfare schemes. Why is this important for Prelims and Mains? UPSC Prelims Questions on […]