POLITY

PM Chairs Governing Council Meet of NITI Aayog

GS2 – Polity Context: The Prime Minister chaired the 10th meeting of the NITI Aayog’s Governing Council. Theme: Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047 Key Takeaways: Investment Charter: PM directed NITI Aayog to draft an Investment-Friendly Charter to encourage investments and economic development. Tourism: States were urged to each develop at …

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Application of the “Eggshell Skull” Principle

The Supreme Court pointed out that both the state and national consumer commissions misinterpreted the legal doctrine known as the “eggshell skull” rule. What is the ‘Eggshell Skull’ Rule? The doctrine gets its name from the metaphor that a person who causes harm is fully liable even if the victim …

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Arrest Powers Under GST and Customs Acts

GS 2- POLITY Context The Supreme Court has ruled that officers under the CGST and Customs Acts have powers similar to the police and must comply with procedural safeguards outlined in the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) to prevent arbitrary arrests. Comparison: Police vs. GST/Customs Officers Criteria Police Officers (CrPC …

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Telangana’s Backward Classes Quota

GS 2 – POLITY Context: The Telangana government is set to propose legislation increasing reservations for Backward Classes (BCs) from 25% to 42%, raising the total reservation quota to 62%. This move challenges the Supreme Court’s 50% reservation limit. Constitutional Basis for Reservation Limits Article 16(1): Ensures equal opportunity in …

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IMMIGRATION AND FOREIGNERS BILL 2025

GS2 POLITY:  Overview: Scheduled for introduction in India’s Budget session from March 10, 2025, by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. Aims to modernize and consolidate immigration laws by replacing four old laws from the early 20th century, enacted during unique historical periods like the World Wars. Objectives: Create a …

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SVAMITVA Property Card Distribution

GS2 POLITY Event Summary: On January 18, 2025, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi led the e-Distribution of SVAMITVA Property Cards, marking a significant milestone in rural governance and empowerment. Around 65 lakh property cards were distributed to over 50,000 villages across 10 states and 2 Union Territories, aiming to enhance …

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The Right to Disconnect

GS 1 Polity Recent Discussions The concept of the right to disconnect has been gaining attention as a way to enhance productivity and ensure the overall well-being of employees and employers. Understanding the Right to Disconnect Definition: The right to disconnect allows employees to disengage from work-related communications (emails, calls, …

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