Schedule 12 of Indian constitution

Schedule 12 of the Indian Constitution: A Deep Dive into the Realm of Panchayats The Indian Constitution, a testament to the nation’s commitment to democratic principles, is a complex and multifaceted document. Among its various schedules, Schedule 12 holds a significant position, outlining the framework for the Panchayati Raj system, a cornerstone of India’s decentralized … Read more

CONSITITONAL PROVISIONS FOR Scheduled Tribes

CONSITITONAL PROVISIONS FOR SC & ST Constitutional History In the original Constitution, ARTICLE 338 provided for a special officer (the Commissioner for SCs and STs) responsible for monitoring the implementation of constitutional and legislative safeguards for SCs and STs and reporting to the president. Seventeen regional offices of the Commissioner were established throughout the country. … Read more

Salient Features of 74th Constitutional Amendment Act

The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act: Reshaping Urban Governance in India The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 stands as a landmark legislation in India’s constitutional history, fundamentally altering the landscape of urban governance. This amendment, along with the subsequent enactment of the Municipal Solid Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000, introduced a new era of … Read more

Provisions For Scheduled Castes, Tribes And Minorities (1)

 Provisions for scheduled castes, Tribes and Minorities CONSITITONAL PROVISIONS FOR SC & ST Constitutional History In the original Constitution, ARTICLE 338 provided for a special officer (the Commissioner for SCs and STs) responsible for monitoring the implementation of constitutional and legislative safeguards for SCs and STs and reporting to the president. Seventeen regional … Read more

National and state Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe commission

National and state SC/ST commission National SC commission National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) is an Indian constitutional body established with a view to provide safeguards against the exploitation of Scheduled Castes to promote and protect their social, educational, economic and cultural interests, special provisions were made in the Constitution.   Functions To investigate and … Read more

The issue of Schedule caste / Scheduled Tribe act

Note: READ is our New Initiative to cover two Topics (Weekly) of Current Importance in Detail with Specific focus on Prelims and Mains Exam   The issue of Schedule caste / Scheduled Tribe act In March 2018, The Supreme Court observed that the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act of 1989 has become an instrument to … Read more

Reservation of Seats in Gram Panchayats

Reservation of Seats in Gram Panchayats: Ensuring Inclusive Representation and Empowerment The institution of Gram Panchayats, the cornerstone of India’s decentralized governance system, plays a pivotal role in fostering local development and empowering rural communities. However, the effectiveness of these Panchayats hinges on the principle of inclusivity, ensuring that all sections of society have a … Read more

97th Constitution (Amendment) Act, 2011

The 97th Constitution (Amendment) Act, 2011: A Landmark Step Towards Inclusive Representation The 97th Constitution (Amendment) Act, 2011, stands as a pivotal moment in India’s constitutional journey, marking a significant stride towards ensuring inclusive representation in the political sphere. This amendment, popularly known as the “National Food Security Act Amendment,” introduced a crucial provision that … Read more

Sailent Features Of Representation Of Peoples Act

–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> People are the supreme power in the democratic country. Accordingly the People of India solemnly resolved that India is a democratic country. As we know that the India is a largest Democracy in the world. The term Democracy mentioned in The Preamble of the constitution of … Read more

Salient Features of Representation of People’s Act 1951

The Representation of the People Act, 1951: A Cornerstone of Indian Democracy The Representation of the People Act, 1951 (RPA, 1951) stands as a cornerstone of India’s democratic framework, laying down the legal foundation for the conduct of elections to the Lok Sabha (House of the People) and the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). This … Read more

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