Notes and Study material for Exams
Schedule 6 of the Indian Constitution: A Complex Framework for Tribal Governance The Indian Constitution, a document that embodies the nation’s aspirations for a just and equitable society, is a complex tapestry woven with various provisions and schedules. Among these, Schedule 6 holds a unique position, dedicated to the governance of tribal areas in four … Read more
Motions in Parliament: The Engines of Change and Debate Parliamentary motions are the lifeblood of legislative processes, serving as the formal mechanisms for initiating debate, proposing changes, and ultimately shaping laws and policies. They are the tools through which elected representatives voice their concerns, advance their agendas, and hold the government accountable. Understanding the various … Read more
The Guardians of Democracy: Presiding Officers of State Legislatures The legislative branch of government, often referred to as the “people’s house,” is the cornerstone of representative democracy. Within this branch, presiding officers play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of legislative processes and upholding the principles of fairness and transparency. These individuals, elected … Read more
Advocate General of State The Advocate General of a State is a Constitutional post and authority duly appointed as per ARTICLE 165 of the Constitution of India. The authority and function of Advocate General is also specified in the Constitution of India under Article 165 and 177. Article 165: Advocate General for the State The … Read more
Principles of Public Administration Throughout the 20th century the study and practice of public administration has been essentially pragmatic and normative rather than theoretical and value free. This may explain why public administration, unlike some social sciences, developed without much concern about an encompassing theory. Not until the mid-20th century and the dissemination of the … Read more
The Maneka Gandhi Case: A Landmark Judgement in Indian Press Freedom The Maneka Gandhi case, officially known as Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India, stands as a landmark judgement in Indian jurisprudence, particularly in the realm of press freedom and the right to privacy. This 1978 Supreme Court case, stemming from the government’s attempt to … Read more
The Great Experiment: A Look at the Prohibition Era in the United States The 18th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1919, ushered in a period known as Prohibition, a nationwide ban on the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages. This era, spanning from 1920 to 1933, was a tumultuous time in … Read more
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board: Guardians of India’s Nuclear Safety The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB), established in 1983, stands as the apex regulatory body for nuclear activities in India. Its mandate is vast, encompassing the entire nuclear fuel cycle, from mining and milling to reactor operation and radioactive waste management. This article delves into … Read more
Constitution of Indian under ARTICLE 163 states that There shall be a Council of Ministers with the Chief Minister at the head to aid and advise the Governor in the exercise of his functions, except in so far as he is by or under this Constitution required to exercise his functions or any of them … Read more
Central Information Commission (CIC) The Central Information Commission is a high-powered independent body which inter alia looks into the complaints made to it and decides the appeals. The Central Information Commission (CIC) set up under the Right To Information act is the authorized quasi judicial body, established in 2005,under the Government … Read more