GS2 POLITY

GS 2 – Polity Overview: The Supreme Court recently ruled that offences in a chargesheet cannot be based on bald assertions of connivance without proper evidence. A chargesheet is a final report filed by the investigating officer or police officials after completing the investigation of a cognizable or non-cognizable case. …

GS 2 – Polity Overview: The Lok Sabha Speaker is set to inaugurate the ‘Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0’ event at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. The programme is organized by the National Commission for Women (NCW), in collaboration with the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. …

GS 2 – Polity The Collegium System governs the appointment and transfer of judges in India. It has developed through various Supreme Court judgments rather than being established by an Act of Parliament or a constitutional provision. Evolution of the Collegium System First Judges Case (1981): The Supreme Court ruled …

GS2 – POLITY The Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed the constitutional significance of property rights, emphasizing their protection under Article 300A, even though they are no longer fundamental rights. This judgment arose from a case involving delayed compensation for land acquired for the Bengaluru-Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor Project. Key Highlights …

GS 2 – POLITY A Private Member Bill is a legislative proposal introduced in Parliament by a member who is not a minister. It reflects individual or opposition viewpoints rather than the official policies of the ruling government. Types of Bills in Parliament Public Bill: Introduced by a minister; reflects …

GS 2 – POLITY China has greenlit the construction of the world’s largest dam, touted as the most ambitious infrastructure project globally, in Tibet’s Medog region. Key Details of the Project Scale: This dam will have over three times the capacity of the Three Gorges Dam, currently the largest dam …

GS2 – Polity Dr. Manmohan Singh, an eminent economist and politician, served as the 13th Prime Minister of India from May 22, 2004, to May 26, 2014, leading the country for two consecutive terms. He was the first Sikh to hold the office of Prime Minister and is widely respected …

GS 2 – Polity   The Ministry of Home Affairs has directed the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) to ensure the complete implementation of three new criminal laws under the Inter-operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) 2.0. Key Highlights Focus Areas: States and Union Territories must prioritize applications like eSakshya (evidence management), …

GS2 – Polity Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 58 lakh property cards under the SVAMITVA scheme, aimed at empowering rural property owners by providing legal documentation of ownership. This initiative strengthens ownership rights in villages and improves access to credit and financial services. Purpose of the SVAMITVA Scheme …

GS2 – POLITY The Central Government has abolished the ‘no-detention policy’ for students in Classes 5 and 8 in schools under its jurisdiction, such as Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and Sainik Schools. Key Aspects of the Policy Change: Assessment and Remediation: Students who do not meet the promotion criteria after …

GS 2 – POLITY  Appointment Date: Announced December 24, 2024. Appointed By: President Droupadi Murmu. Predecessor: Justice Arun Kumar Mishra (retired on June 1, 2023). Justice V. Ramasubramanian Supreme Court Tenure: September 23, 2019 – June 29, 2023. Legal Career: Spans decades, with extensive judicial experience. Role at NHRC: Chairperson, …

GS 2-Polity The functioning of the Indian Parliament is governed by the Constitution of India, the Rules of Procedure, and the conventions of parliamentary practices. The procedures of summoning, adjournment, adjournment sine die, prorogation, and dissolution play a crucial role in the legislative processes.   Summoning of Parliament Summoning refers …

GS 2 – Polity   What is a Simultaneous Election? Simultaneous elections refer to a system where elections to the Lok Sabha (India’s Parliament) and all State Legislative Assemblies are synchronized. Voters cast their votes for both on the same day, either in a single phase or over a phased timeline. …

GS 2 – Polity  About the Election Commission of India (ECI): Constitutional Foundation Established under: Article 324 of the Indian Constitution. Role: Conducts elections for: Parliament and state legislatures. Offices of the President and Vice President of India. Exclusion: Does not oversee local body elections (handled by State Election Commissions). …

GS 2: Polity  Opposition’s No-Confidence Motion The opposition has moved a no-confidence motion against the Vice President, alleging biased conduct during Rajya Sabha proceedings. Key Reasons for Motion: Neutrality: Essential for presiding officers in democracy. Alleged Bias: Claims of favoritism in debates, procedures, and disciplinary actions. Democratic Values: Ensures Rajya …

GS 2 – Polity  Parliamentary Privileges are special rights granted to Members of Parliament (MPs) to facilitate the smooth functioning of legislative business. While there is no codified list, these privileges include freedom of speech in Parliamentary debates, where MPs are protected from court proceedings for their statements. If a …

GS2 – Polity  Constitutional Provisions Articles 124(4) and 124(5): Govern the impeachment process for judges of the Supreme Court. Article 217: Applies to the removal of judges of the High Court. Grounds for Removal: Proven misbehavior or incapacity. Key Features of Impeachment Applicability: Judges of the Supreme Court and High …

GS2-polity Context: In November 2024, outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden issued an unconditional pardon for his son, covering federal offenses from 2014 to 2024, reigniting debates about the scope and use of presidential clemency. Presidential Pardons: Authorized under Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution, presidential pardons grant clemency …

GS2 – Polity – constitutional bodies Context: The Sixteenth Finance Commission is tasked with addressing fiscal challenges and shaping India’s economic trajectory amidst evolving global trends like friendshoring (relocating supply chains to friendly nations) and reshoring (bringing manufacturing back to the home country). Mandate of the Sixteenth Finance Commission Historical …