Current Affair Category: Governance/Polity/Law

The Vice President of India can be removed from office by a process of impeachment outlined in Article 67(b) of the Constitution of India. This process is distinct from the impeachment of the President and is governed by a simpler mechanism. Key Provisions for the Removal of the Vice President: Grounds for Removal: The Constitution […]

M Venkaiah Naidu writes: Don’t disrupt the House of debate Article Published : The Indian Express ( 09/12/2024) Important for –GS 2/GS IV/Essay Gist/ Summary of the Article: Decline in Parliamentary Standards: Recent disruptions in Parliament and state legislatures undermine democratic functioning and public trust. Instances like unruly behavior, sloganeering, and lack of decorum detract […]

 Why in News? The Bill seeks to replace the Aircraft Act, 1934, which regulates civil aviation activities in India. It retains the structure of regulatory bodies like DGCA, BCAS, and AAIB, and updates provisions for aircraft design and penalties. Key Features: Authorities: The Bill continues the regulatory framework, retaining the roles of DGCA (safety), BCAS […]

Why in News? The outgoing US President Joe Biden has recently pardoned son Hunter , sparing him a possible jail term for federal felony gun and tax convictions  What is the Pardoning Power? The pardoning power is a constitutional authority granted to the President under Article II, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution. It allows the President […]

Electronic Tracking of Undertrials on Bail: Benefits and Challenges: Why in News? This article explores the concept of electronically tracking undertrial prisoners released on bail, a measure proposed to address India’s prison overcrowding crisis. What is Electronic Tracking of Prisoners? It refers to the use of electronic devices, such as ankle bracelets, wristbands, or other […]

The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (AMASR Act) Why in News? The term was recently used in Shambhal Mosque dispute. The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (AMASR Act) is a key piece of legislation in India that provides for the preservation and protection of ancient monuments, archaeological […]

Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet has recently  approved ‘One Nation One Subscription’, a new central government scheme to ensure country-wide access to scholarly research articles and journal publications. The Modi government has allocated Rs 6,000 crore for a period of three years for the initiative which is in line with the […]

 Judiciary as a “State” under Article 12: Article 12 of the Indian Constitution defines the term “State” for the purposes of Part III (Fundamental Rights). It includes the Government and Parliament of India, Government and Legislature of each State, and all local or other authorities within the territory of India or under its control. The […]

Judicial reform in India: Challenges  & Way forwards Responsive Judicial System: Article published in Indian express: 22 Nov,2024 Exactly one year ago, the Supreme Court’s Centre for Research and Planning (CRP) published a report, ‘State of the Judiciary’, in which the current Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna’s suggestions find a place. What are […]

Why in News ?Trump had earlier stated that he intends to invoke the Alien Enemies Act, a 1798 law that grants the president the power to deport non-citizens from countries with which the US is at war. The broad authority granted by the Alien Enemies Act could bypass restrictions on military involvement in civilian law […]