Elections

Law making process

Parliament is a supreme law making body of the nation. Any proposed law is introduced in the Parliament as a bill. After being passed by the Parliament and getting the President’s assent it becomes a law. There are two kinds of bills:-(i) ordinary bill and (ii) Money bill. Every member of the Parliament has a … Read more

Rise of Regional Parties

The Rise of Regional Parties: A Challenge to National Politics in India The Indian political landscape has witnessed a dramatic shift in recent decades, marked by the increasing prominence of regional parties. This phenomenon, often referred to as the “rise of regionalism,” has fundamentally altered the dynamics of national politics, challenging the dominance of national … Read more

First General Election

The Dawn of Democracy: India’s First General Election (1951-52) A Nation in Transition India’s independence in 1947 was a momentous occasion, but it also marked the beginning of a complex journey towards nation-building. The newly formed nation faced numerous challenges: a deeply divided society, a fragile economy, and the daunting task of integrating princely states. … Read more

Election Commission of India

The Election Commission of India is an autonomous, quasi-judiciary constitutional body of India.It was established on 25 January 1950 under ARTICLE 324 of the Constitution of India. Originally the commission had only a Chief Election Commissioner. The commission presently consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners, appointed by the president. The President … Read more

Article 35A

Article 35A: A Controversial Clause in the Indian Constitution Article 35A of the Indian Constitution is a controversial provision that grants special status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). It was added to the Constitution through a Presidential Order in 1954, without any parliamentary debate or discussion. This article has been a subject … Read more