Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

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Courts must protect, not regulate free speech, Pg6

Supreme Court's push for stringent online content regulation raises concerns about free speech and potential overreach, impacting fundamental rights and democratic principles.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

15 Dec, 2025

Courts must protect, not regulate free speech, Pg6

Supreme Court's push for stringent online content regulation raises concerns about free speech and potential overreach, impacting fundamental rights and democratic principles.

15 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures

Panel on simultaneous polls gets more time, Pg13

Parliamentary panel examining simultaneous polls bills gets extension until the end of the 2026 Budget session.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures

12 Dec, 2025

Panel on simultaneous polls gets more time, Pg13

Parliamentary panel examining simultaneous polls bills gets extension until the end of the 2026 Budget session.

12 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Laws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance

What does Supreme Court’s ruling on narco tests mean?, Pg10

Supreme Court reaffirms ban on forced narco tests, citing constitutional violations of self-incrimination and right to privacy.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Laws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance

12 Dec, 2025

What does Supreme Court’s ruling on narco tests mean?, Pg10

Supreme Court reaffirms ban on forced narco tests, citing constitutional violations of self-incrimination and right to privacy.

12 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

A verdict that is an abdication of judicial function, Pg6

Supreme Court's verdict on Presidential Reference criticised for not setting timelines for constitutional authorities, potentially undermining constitutional ideals.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

11 Dec, 2025

A verdict that is an abdication of judicial function, Pg6

Supreme Court's verdict on Presidential Reference criticised for not setting timelines for constitutional authorities, potentially undermining constitutional ideals.

11 Dec, 2025

The Freedom Struggle Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures

The national song debate, a reading between the lines, Pg6

Debate erupts over Vande Mataram's historical context and current status, questioning government's intentions regarding national symbols and constitutional principles.

The Freedom Struggle Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures

11 Dec, 2025

The national song debate, a reading between the lines, Pg6

Debate erupts over Vande Mataram's historical context and current status, questioning government's intentions regarding national symbols and constitutional principles.

11 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Citizenship under CAA only if claims verified: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court clarifies CAA citizenship not automatic; verification of claims is mandatory for religious minorities from specific countries seeking citizenship.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

10 Dec, 2025

Citizenship under CAA only if claims verified: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court clarifies CAA citizenship not automatic; verification of claims is mandatory for religious minorities from specific countries seeking citizenship.

10 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Democracy’s paradox, the chosen people of the state, Pg8

Debate resurfaces over citizenship determination powers between ECI and Home Ministry amid legal challenges to electoral roll revisions.

9 Dec, 2025

Democracy’s paradox, the chosen people of the state, Pg8

Debate resurfaces over citizenship determination powers between ECI and Home Ministry amid legal challenges to electoral roll revisions.

9 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine E Governance Basics of Cyber Security Accountability and Ethical Governance

A growing shadow over digital constitutionalism, Pg8

Digital constitutionalism urgently needed to protect citizens' rights amidst rising surveillance and algorithmic governance, ensuring accountability and transparency in the digital age.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine E Governance Basics of Cyber Security Accountability and Ethical Governance

6 Dec, 2025

A growing shadow over digital constitutionalism, Pg8

Digital constitutionalism urgently needed to protect citizens' rights amidst rising surveillance and algorithmic governance, ensuring accountability and transparency in the digital age.

6 Dec, 2025

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Supreme Court to review clause in 2025 Order that contradicts Assam Accord, Pg14

Supreme Court examines constitutional validity of 2025 Order's clause impacting Assam Accord's immigrant cut-off date, potentially altering Assam's demography.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

5 Dec, 2025

Supreme Court to review clause in 2025 Order that contradicts Assam Accord, Pg14

Supreme Court examines constitutional validity of 2025 Order's clause impacting Assam Accord's immigrant cut-off date, potentially altering Assam's demography.

5 Dec, 2025

The Freedom Struggle Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

How the Mahad satyagraha(s) shaped constitutional discourse, Pg11

Mahad Satyagraha: Ambedkar's fight for human rights and water access reshaped constitutional discourse, challenging caste discrimination and inspiring gender equality.

The Freedom Struggle Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

5 Dec, 2025

How the Mahad satyagraha(s) shaped constitutional discourse, Pg11

Mahad Satyagraha: Ambedkar's fight for human rights and water access reshaped constitutional discourse, challenging caste discrimination and inspiring gender equality.

5 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Law Commission to brief House panel on simultaneous polls today, Pg10

Law Commission asserts simultaneous polls bill doesn't require state ratification, briefing Parliament panel on legal aspects and constitutional validity.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

4 Dec, 2025

Law Commission to brief House panel on simultaneous polls today, Pg10

Law Commission asserts simultaneous polls bill doesn't require state ratification, briefing Parliament panel on legal aspects and constitutional validity.

4 Dec, 2025

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure

The Chandigarh question, Pg9

Centre's attempt to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 sparks controversy, raising concerns over federalism and Punjab's status.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure

1 Dec, 2025

The Chandigarh question, Pg9

Centre's attempt to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 sparks controversy, raising concerns over federalism and Punjab's status.

1 Dec, 2025

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Constitution evolving to ‘swadeshi’, says Presidential Reference Bench, Pg11

Presidential Reference Bench emphasizes Constitution's evolving 'swadeshi' character, shedding colonial influences through interpretation and practice, advocating for unique Indian jurisprudence.

Literature Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

30 Nov, 2025

Constitution evolving to ‘swadeshi’, says Presidential Reference Bench, Pg11

Presidential Reference Bench emphasizes Constitution's evolving 'swadeshi' character, shedding colonial influences through interpretation and practice, advocating for unique Indian jurisprudence.

30 Nov, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Appeal to reason in an unreasonable age, Pg15

Supreme Court addresses Governor's role in assenting to bills, criticizes 'pocket veto,' but avoids setting time limits, raising concerns.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

30 Nov, 2025

Appeal to reason in an unreasonable age, Pg15

Supreme Court addresses Governor's role in assenting to bills, criticizes 'pocket veto,' but avoids setting time limits, raising concerns.

30 Nov, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Since PoK is part of India, cross-LoC trade is intra-state trade: HC, Pg13

J&K High Court declares cross-LoC trade as intra-state, affirming PoK's Indian territory status amid GST dispute.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms India and its Neighbourhood Relations

30 Nov, 2025

Since PoK is part of India, cross-LoC trade is intra-state trade: HC, Pg13

J&K High Court declares cross-LoC trade as intra-state, affirming PoK's Indian territory status amid GST dispute.

30 Nov, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

The ‘impartiality’ of a nominated Governor, Pg6

Article analyzes the constitutional debates surrounding the Governor's role, highlighting Dr. Ambedkar's vision of a non-interfering, constitutional head.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

29 Nov, 2025

The ‘impartiality’ of a nominated Governor, Pg6

Article analyzes the constitutional debates surrounding the Governor's role, highlighting Dr. Ambedkar's vision of a non-interfering, constitutional head.

29 Nov, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures Representation of the People's Act

Union Law Ministry defends simultaneous polls proposal, Pg12

Law Ministry defends 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, asserting constitutional validity and adherence to basic structure doctrine before JPC.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures Representation of the People's Act

28 Nov, 2025

Union Law Ministry defends simultaneous polls proposal, Pg12

Law Ministry defends 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, asserting constitutional validity and adherence to basic structure doctrine before JPC.

28 Nov, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other Countries Parliament and State Legislatures

Joint polls, Pg2

Election Commission supports simultaneous elections for saving time and money, but opposes constructive no-confidence vote and statutory backing for MCC.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other Countries Parliament and State Legislatures

28 Nov, 2025

Joint polls, Pg2

Election Commission supports simultaneous elections for saving time and money, but opposes constructive no-confidence vote and statutory backing for MCC.

28 Nov, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures