Tag: GS2 polity
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ECINET Form 6: New Voter Registration Debate
Recent updates regarding ECINET Form 6 concern the Election Commission’s ECINET portal asking applicants for new voter registration to declare whether their parents were included in the latest Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and, in some cases, to provide additional details if they were not.
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Caste Census: Key Issues Before Enumeration
Caste Census returns to the policy spotlight as India finalises enumeration methods. Understand issues, challenges and UPSC relevance.
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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…
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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✔…
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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.…
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Making Insult to Vande Mataram an Offence: What the Cabinet Proposal Means
Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: National Symbols, Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971Mains: GS Paper 2 — Constitution, National Symbols, Freedom of Expression Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved amendments to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 to make intentional insult or obstruction during the singing…
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Abortion Law in India: SC on Time Limit for Minor Rape Survivors Explained
Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: MTP Act, abortion lawsMains: GS Paper 2 & 4 — Polity, Social Justice, Ethics Why in News? The Supreme Court has urged reconsideration of the time limit for abortion in cases involving minor rape survivors, emphasising the need to prioritise the victim’s well-being and future. What is the…
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Right to Vote in India: Should It Become a Fundamental Right?
Important for: UPSC, Haryana HCS, Punjab PCSPrelims: Voting rights, statutory vs fundamental rightsMains: GS Paper 2 — Polity, Governance, Constitution Why in News? A political debate has emerged over whether the right to vote should be made a fundamental right, highlighting concerns about electoral processes and democratic participation. What is the Right to Vote in…
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