Tag: constitutional morality

  • Lok Bhavan Must Respect People’s Mandate: Governor vs Elected Government Debate

    Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: Governor, Floor Test, Constitutional conventionsMains: GS Paper 2 — Federalism, Centre-State Relations, Constitutional Morality Why in News? Following political developments in Tamil Nadu, debates intensified regarding: The Governor’s constitutional role especially on:→ Inviting parties to form government→ Verifying majority support→ Delays in constitutional decisions The issue revived concerns…

  • Tamil Nadu Governor Delay Case Explained: Role of Governor & Floor Test Debate

    Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: Governor, Article 164, Floor Test, Constitutional conventionsMains: GS Paper 2 — Centre-State Relations, Constitutional Offices, Federalism Why in News? A discussion has emerged over: The Governor’s role in Tamil Nadu particularly regarding:→ Delay in constitutional decisions→ Government formation→ Floor test conventions The debate highlights tensions between:✔ Elected governments✔…

  • Religious Practices vs Constitutional Rights: What the Supreme Court Said

    Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: Fundamental Rights, Article 25, constitutional moralityMains: GS Paper 2 — Judiciary, Fundamental Rights, Secularism Why in News? The Supreme Court observed that entertaining large numbers of petitions challenging religious practices could have “far-reaching consequences” for Indian society and constitutional courts. The observations came during hearings related to:→ Sabarimala…

  • When Does a Chief Minister Cease to Hold Office? Constitutional Rules Explained

    Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: Governor, Chief Minister, Floor Test, Article 164Mains: GS Paper 2 — Constitution, Centre-State Relations, Governor’s Powers Why in News? The issue gained attention after political developments in West Bengal, where discussions emerged over whether a Chief Minister can continue in office if election results or majority are questioned.…

  • Sabarimala Case: Supreme Court Examines State’s Power Over Religious Practices

    Sabarimala Case: Supreme Court Examines State’s Power Over Religious Practices Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: Articles 25 & 26, Fundamental Rights, religious freedomMains: GS Paper 2 — Constitution, Judiciary, Rights vs Regulation Why in News? The Supreme Court, during hearings in the Sabarimala reference case, examined whether the State has the authority to…

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