Indian Polity

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Representation of the People's ActConstitutional Bodies
20 Sep, 2025

Quit stalling, Pg10

Rahul Gandhi accuses ECI of stalling probe into Aland electoral fraud, hindering CID's access to crucial digital data.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
19 Sep, 2025

A year before Adani case ex-parte gag, Supreme Court had warned of ‘SLAPP’ against journalists, Pg15

Supreme Court cautions against 'SLAPP' suits, emphasizing free speech and public participation, while staying Adani case gag order.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations
19 Sep, 2025

Troubled transition, Pg10

Nepal's government collapses amidst violent protests; interim government appointed to oversee elections after unconstitutional dissolution of parliament.

Representation of the People's Act
18 Sep, 2025

EVMs to have colour photos of candidates soon, says EC, Pg11

Election Commission mandates colour photos of candidates on EVM ballot papers for enhanced clarity, starting with Bihar Assembly elections.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
18 Sep, 2025

How does SC’s order affect Waqf law?, Pg8

Supreme Court partially stays Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, addressing concerns over property rights and religious freedom.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
18 Sep, 2025

Letter and spirit, Pg6

Supreme Court partially stays Waqf Amendment Act, balancing religious autonomy and state regulation amidst political controversy over Muslim endowments.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State Legislatures
18 Sep, 2025

A judicial nudge following stuck legislative business, Pg6

Supreme Court sets timeline for Governors to assent to bills, sparking debate on constitutional powers and federalism.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
18 Sep, 2025

MISRULE OF LAW, Pg 10.

Delhi riots investigation reveals police misconduct, fabricated evidence, and judicial concerns, undermining faith in the rule of law.

Representation of the People's Act
18 Sep, 2025

EVMs to have colour photos of candidates starting Bihar polls, Pg 9.

ECI mandates colour photos on EVMs for enhanced candidate recognition, starting with Bihar elections, improving clarity and voter experience.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
17 Sep, 2025

SC finds amended Waqf law paved with good intentions but pockmarked with arbitrariness, Pg13

Supreme Court stays Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 provisions, citing arbitrariness and violation of constitutional rights to property.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
17 Sep, 2025

‘Judicial experimentalism’ versus the right to justice, Pg8

Supreme Court endorses 'cooling period' for Section 498A cases, raising concerns over victim's access to justice and judicial overreach.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
17 Sep, 2025

Constitutional clarity, Pg8

Supreme Court reinforces Governors' limited power over State Bills, questioning indefinite withholding of assent and upholding federal balance.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
17 Sep, 2025

Dignity of choice, Pg 15.

Bombay High Court hears plea challenging gift tax on same-sex couples, spotlighting discrimination and implementation challenges post-Supriyo verdict.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's Act
16 Sep, 2025

Aadhaar is part of statute, can be used by voters, says SC, Pg1

Supreme Court affirms Aadhaar's role in voter verification, addressing concerns over citizenship proof during electoral roll revisions.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
16 Sep, 2025

Govt., Opposition welcome order, Pg1

Supreme Court stays provisions of Waqf (Amendment) Act 2013 concerning Collector's powers and non-Muslim representation, sparking political debate.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
16 Sep, 2025

SC stays ‘arbitrary’ Waqf changes, but upholds Act, Pg1

Supreme Court partially stays Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, deeming certain provisions 'arbitrary' while upholding the law's overall constitutional validity.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsE Governance
16 Sep, 2025

Supreme Court expresses concern over non-functional CCTVs at police stations, Pg12

Supreme Court considers AI-powered control rooms for CCTV monitoring in police stations to prevent custodial torture and ensure transparency.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorEducation Sector
16 Sep, 2025

Court’s nod to mental health as right, Pg9

Supreme Court recognizes mental health as fundamental right under Article 21, addressing student suicides and institutional accountability.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable Sections
16 Sep, 2025

SC on anticipatory bail in caste crime, Pg10

Supreme Court upholds bar on anticipatory bail under SC/ST Act, reinforcing protection against caste-based crimes and intimidation.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
16 Sep, 2025

The don'ts of SIR, Pg 11.

Article critiques ECI's Special Intensive Review (SIR) of electoral rolls, citing procedural violations and potential disenfranchisement, raising concerns about transparency.

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