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“One Nation, One Election: Opposition says bills undermine state legislatures, shift power to Election Commission” This article discusses the “One Nation, One Election” proposal, focusing on the opposition’s criticisms of the bills introduced to facilitate simultaneous elections across India. Here’s a breakdown of the key elements in the heading: “One Nation, One Election”: This refers […]

Why in News ?  A DSP, who was posted as the ACP in Kanpur, has been booked on charges of entering into a sexual relationship with a female student of IIT-Kanpur, making a false promise of marriage. The accused, Mohammad Mohsin Khan, has been booked under BNS Section 69. About BNS Section 69: Whoever, by […]

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 from meaningful debates and deliberations. Erosion of Democratic Values: Disruptions […]

Why in news ?  The UNCCD &  EUJRC have recently published World Drought atlas 2024. About the UNCCD (United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification) The UNCCD, established in 1994, is the sole legally binding international agreement linking the environment, development, and sustainable land management. It focuses on combating desertification, land degradation, and mitigating the effects […]

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 […]

 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 […]

Why in News ? Securities and Exchange Commission in USA has no jurisdiction to summon foreign nationals like Gautam Adani, they should go via proper channels. The 1964 Hague Convention on Civil Procedure  and Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) deal with such cases. What is the 1964 Hague Convention on Civil Procedure? The 1964 Hague […]