1. I-T searches, a form of extra-constitutional power. Topic: GS2 – Judiciary – Functioning. Crucial for UPSC as it assesses understanding of constitutional principles, privacy rights, and judicial review in governance and law. Context: The 2017 Puttaswamy verdict affirmed the right to privacy, aiming for a culture of justification. Despite this, the unchecked power in Section…
1. Vasanthalakshmi gets‘Nritya Kalanidhi’ Topic: GS1 – Indian Art and Culture Relevant for UPSC as it assesses cultural ties, contributions of artists, and international connections in India’s classical dance heritage. Context: Renowned dancer Vasanthalakshmi Narasimhachari receives ‘Nritya Kalanidhi’ award at Chennai’s Dance Festival. Singapore’s Consul-General highlights cultural links, praising the Academy’s role in preserving heritage. More…
1. India Prepares to Implement Citizenship (Amendment) Act Amidst Ongoing Controversy and Legal Challenges Topic: GS2 –Polity- Govt. Policies and Interventions This topic relevant for both Prelims and Mains in the context of issues associated with Citizenship Amendment Act. (2019) Context: In December 2019, the Indian Parliament enacted the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), which aims to…
1. GST revenue growth dips to a 3-month low in Dec. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to mobilization of resources Critical for UPSC as it gauges understanding of India’s economic health, fiscal policies, and GST dynamics, assessing contemporary financial trends. Context: India’s December 2023 GST revenues surpassed ₹1,64,800 crore, showing a 10.3% YoY…
1. Govt bans J&K outfit Tehreek-e-Hurriyat for 5yrs under UAPA Topic: GS3 – Internal Security- Role of Non-State actors in creating challenges to internal security. This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of challenges posed by extremist organizations. Context: Tehreek-e-Hurriyat, Jammu and Kashmir (TeH), a…
Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Effect of policies and politics of developed countries on India’s interests Relevant for UPSC as it involves geopolitical complexities, global shipping disruptions, and the need for diplomatic solutions in the region. Context: The U.S. strike on Yemen’s Houthi militants in the Red Sea reveals a widening conflict beyond Israel-Palestine.Houthi attacks…
Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management. GS1- Geophysical phenomenon- Cyclone Critical for UPSC as it addresses crisis governance, accountability, and demographic vulnerabilities, essential components in administrative and policy evaluations. Context: The article discusses the enduring consequences of decisions made post-Cyclone Michuang in Chennai.Focusing on power disruptions during natural disasters, it emphasizes the need for accountable…
Advocate General of State The office of the advocate general for the state is mentioned in the constitution under Article 165. He is the senior law officer for the State Executive. Thus, he is equivalent to the Attorney General of India in the state. Who is the Advocate General of the State? In India’s federal…
Conduct of Election in India The Representation of People Act of 1951 provides for the conduct of elections in India. It defines the roles and responsibilities of government officials and the procedures for the conduct of elections, such as on the matters of nomination, campaigning, polling, counting, declaration of results and offences. Administrative Machinery for…
Attorney General of India The Attorney General (formerly known as Advocate General) is the highest law officer of the Government of India. The Office of Advocate General is mentioned under Article 76 of the Constitution of India. Need for the law officer of the Government: In India’s broader democratic political setup, there is a balance…