Notes and Study material for Exams
The Ad Hoc Judge: A Balancing Act Between Expertise and Impartiality The concept of an ad hoc judge, a temporary or special judge appointed for a specific case or court, has long been a subject of debate and scrutiny. While offering the potential for specialized expertise and efficient case resolution, it also raises concerns about … Read more
The Financial Landscape of Indian Parliamentarians: Salaries, Allowances, and the Debate on Transparency The Indian Parliament, the legislative body of the world’s largest democracy, plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s destiny. Its members, elected by the people, are entrusted with the responsibility of formulating laws, scrutinizing government policies, and representing the voices of … Read more
The Citizenship Act, 1955: A Foundation for Indian Citizenship The Citizenship Act, 1955, is a cornerstone of Indian law, defining the criteria for acquiring and losing Indian citizenship. This legislation, enacted shortly after India’s independence, aimed to establish a clear and comprehensive framework for citizenship in a newly formed nation. This article delves into the … Read more
The Environment Protection Act is an important legislation that provides for coordination of activities of the various regulatory agencies, creation of authorities with adequate powers for environmental protection, regulation of the discharge of environmental pollutants, handling of hazardous substances, etc. The Act provided an opportunity to extend legal protection to non-forest habitats (‘Ecologically Sensitive Areas’) … Read more
Article 33: A Complex Balancing Act Between Fundamental Rights and Special Laws Article 33 of the Indian Constitution is a unique provision that allows Parliament to make laws that abridge or restrict fundamental rights for certain categories of people or situations. This article, often referred to as the “exception to the exceptions,” has been a … Read more
The Functions of Parliament are not only varied in nature, but considerable in volume. The time at its disposal is limited. It cannot make very detailed scrutiny of all legislative and other matters that come up before it. A good deal of Parliamentary business is, therefore, transacted in the committees.These are committees, with MPs as … Read more
The Rajya Sabha: A House of Elders with Special Powers The Rajya Sabha, the Upper House of the Indian Parliament, is often referred to as the “Council of States” or the “House of Elders.” While it shares legislative powers with the Lok Sabha, the Lower House, the Rajya Sabha possesses certain unique and significant powers … Read more
Navigating the Labyrinth: A Comprehensive Guide to ADR Case Management Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has become an indispensable tool in modern legal practice, offering a more efficient and cost-effective approach to resolving disputes compared to traditional litigation. This article delves into the intricacies of ADR case management, providing a comprehensive guide for legal professionals and … Read more
Tax Laws: Laws relating to income, Profits, Wealth tax, Corporate tax The Income-tax Act, 1961 The Income tax Act, focusing on the rules and regulations of tax regulation, was initially put into existence in the year 1961. Under this act, everything related to Taxation and more are mentioned which also includes collection and levy. The … Read more
Ideal of service Upanishads and the ideal of Service The Upanishadic Ideal of service is based on the concepts of Truth, Dharma and Yajna. Without comprehending these three concepts we cannot understand what we have come to recognise as service today – the most appealing and popular component of modern religions. Discovering the … Read more