A UCC would establish a single law for the entire country, governing all religious communities in personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. In other words, the UCC is a set of rules/regulations that proposes replacing personal laws based on the scriptures and customs of each major religious …
Read More »Anti-Defection Law
Purpose – Prevent lawmakers from defecting politically. By virtue of the 52nd Amendment Act of 1985, the Tenth Schedule—also referred to as the Anti-Defection Act—was added to the constitution. It establishes the guidelines for disqualifying elected officials for defecting to a different political party. if a legislator or political party member …
Read More »Appointment of Judges
Why in NEWS On Monday (08.01.2024), India’s Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud announced that in order to consider a petition to abolish the collegium system of judicial appointments, a Supreme Court bench would need to be assembled. Historical background India adopted the Constitution in 1950, following its independence. The Chief Justice …
Read More »Assent has been given by President toNew Criminal Justice Bills
Following their approval by Parliament last week, the three new criminal justice bills got President Droupadi Murmu’s assent on Monday. the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and the Bharatiya Sakshya Act — will replace the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Indian …
Read More »The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) of 1967
The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) of 1967 is an Indian law that aims to prevent unlawful activities of individuals and associations. The law was first enacted to deal with anti-national activities and secessionist movements. The law’s main objective is to provide powers to deal with activities that threaten the …
Read More »Jammu and Kashmir: A Long and Complex Story
Jammu and Kashmir boasts a rich and complex history spanning millennia, marked by diverse rulers, religious influences, and political upheavals. Here’s a brief overview of key historical events: Ancient Times (3000 BC – 13th Century AD): Indus Valley Civilization flourished in the region, leaving behind remnants in Burzahom and Gufkral. …
Read More »Criminalization of Adultery on a Gender-Neutral Basis
The story so far The criminalization of adultery on a gender-neutral basis was recommended by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs last month after reviewing the three new criminal law Bills that will replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and Indian Evidence Act. This …
Read More »Abortion Laws in India
Context A Supreme Court Bench says an unborn child has rights, and a woman’s autonomy is also important. In India, pregnancy can be terminated with the help of a registered medical practitioner in cases related to safeguarding the mother’s physical and mental health. The termination of pregnancy is governed by …
Read More »Bill seeks to remove CJI from panel that picks CEC and ECs
Syllabus: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Context In a controversial move, the Union government on Thursday introduced a Bill to remove the Chief Justice of India (CJI) from a panel to select the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. In Detail Instead of the CJI, …
Read More »PENNAIYAR TRIBUNAL
The time limit fixed by the Supreme Court for the constitution of an inter-State river water disputes tribunal for Pennaiyar river expired and Tamil Nadu is waiting for the Centre’s next course of action. In 2018, Tamil Nadu filed an original suit against Karnataka constructing check-dams and diversionary structures on the river. In 2019, …
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