(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The concept of constitutional morality has become central to many judicial interpretations. It highlights the balance between respect for constitutional forms and the need for reform. Embracing Constitutional Morality in Courts Constitutional courts have recently adopted the concept…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that marital rape immunity under Section 375 IPC also applies to Section 377, effectively decriminalizing non-consensual unnatural sex within marriage. Analysis of the news: Extension of Marital Rape Immunity to Section 377 The…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Security Context The Su-57 (Russia) and F-35 (U.S.) were showcased at the Aero India airshow in Bengaluru. Later, U.S. President announced that the U.S. would increase military sales to India, including the F-35 stealth fighters. Impact on India’s Fighter Programmes This…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context President’s Rule has been established in Manipur due to ongoing violence and political instability. The State government’s inability to function led to this decision. Constitutional Basis for President’s Rule Emergency provisions in the Indian Constitution protect the country’s…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India and the US have reaffirmed their commitment to energy security, with Washington aiming to be a leading oil and gas supplier to India. This deal is seen as a strategic move to balance trade deficits between the…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS3 – Indian Economy Context The US, under President Trump, has announced plans to impose reciprocal tariffs, aiming to match the import duties charged by other countries on American goods, potentially disrupting global trade norms. Analysis…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar questioned the legal basis of the Chief Justice’s role in appointing the CBI Director and emphasized the need to revisit executive-judiciary relations. Arguments in Favour of the Chief Justice’s Role in CBI Director’s Appointment…
Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context The recent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the U.S. included bilateral discussions with President Donald Trump in Washington. Their talks focused on trade, defence, energy cooperation, and strategic partnerships. Trade Negotiations and Energy…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 19) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Income-tax Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha to replace the Income-tax Act, 1961, aiming to simplify India’s direct tax system. Analysis of the news: A Move Towards Simplicity The Income-tax Bill, 2025, introduced in…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar asserted that only Parliament can remove a HC judge. Analysis of the news: Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar stated that only Parliament has the authority to constitutionally remove a HC judge. A notice…