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Police Use of Force During Protests in India: Constitutional Limits & Supreme Court Guidelines Peaceful protests are one of the strongest expressions of democracy. The Constitution of India guarantees citizens the right to express their opinions, assemble peacefully, and voice dissent against government policies. At the same time, the State has a constitutional duty to maintain public order, protect life …
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India: Constitutional Foundation & Recent Supreme Court Developments Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is one of the most significant judicial innovations in India. It transformed the traditional justice delivery system by allowing public-spirited individuals and organizations to approach constitutional courts on behalf of disadvantaged sections of society or for issues affecting the larger public interest. Over …
Money Laundering in India: Meaning, Stages, PMLA & Government Measures Money laundering is one of the biggest threats to the integrity of a country’s financial system. It enables criminals, terrorists, drug traffickers, tax evaders, and corrupt public officials to disguise the illegal origin of their money and introduce it into the legitimate economy. In India, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and …
Sikkim Becomes India’s First Paperless State Judiciary India’s judicial system has entered a new era of digital governance with Sikkim becoming the country’s first fully paperless state judiciary. Declared by the Chief Justice of India, this milestone reflects the success of the e-Courts Mission Mode Project, a nationwide initiative aimed at modernising courts through technology. By replacing physical files with …
Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 The Union Cabinet has approved the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, proposing an increase in the sanctioned strength of judges of the Supreme Court of India from 33 to 37 judges (excluding the Chief Justice of India). The move aims to strengthen the country’s highest judicial institution, reduce the …
Disqualification of Members of Parliament (MPs) The Anti-Defection Law, incorporated under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, seeks to preserve political stability by discouraging elected representatives from changing political allegiance after elections. Recently, the issue has once again come into focus following a disqualification petition arising from the resignation of Rajya Sabha Members from one political party and their subsequent …
Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026 The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026, introducing significant reforms to the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) framework and citizenship procedures. The amendments seek to digitize OCI-related services, simplify administrative processes, strengthen passport regulations for minors, and improve transparency in citizenship administration. Why is it in News? The Ministry of Home …
Appointment Procedure of the Election Commission of India (ECI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) is one of the most important constitutional institutions responsible for ensuring free, fair, and impartial elections in the country. The appointment process of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs) has recently become the subject of constitutional debate after the Supreme Court described …
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is one of the most significant judicial innovations in India. It transformed the traditional justice delivery system by enabling public-spirited individuals and organizations to approach courts on behalf of disadvantaged sections of society. PIL has strengthened constitutional governance, protected fundamental rights, and enhanced government accountability. However, the Supreme Court has …
NCERT Declared Deemed-to-be University The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has been granted the status of a Deemed-to-be University, marking a significant milestone in India’s education sector. The new status is expected to strengthen educational research, teacher education, curriculum development, and innovation while enhancing the institution’s academic autonomy. Why is it in News? The Central Government has …
