Notes and Study material for Exams
Rights related to Health “The right to the highest attainable standard of health” implies a clear set of legal obligations on states to ensure appropriate conditions for the enjoyment of health for all people without discrimination. The right to health is one of a set of internationally agreed Human Rights standards, and is … Read more
Ethical Teachings Ravindra Nath Tagore An open vision of Tagore In a Society, an individual can develop skill and knowledge through rigorous attempts to cope with the challenges of the Environment. With this conscious attempt of survival in a given society, an individual shapes his/her own Personality. This ever-evolving process of personality, corresponds … Read more
The reputation and success of governance depends upon the conduct of public functionaries and what the public believe about their conduct. It is therefore of fundamental importance that public functionaries act justly and fairly to all, not only paying lip service to ethical conduct but also ensuring that these are manifestly and undoubtedly seen to … 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
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
The Tenets of Jainism: A Path to Liberation Through Non-Violence and Self-Discipline Jainism, an ancient Indian religion, stands out for its unwavering commitment to non-violence (ahimsa) and its emphasis on self-discipline and spiritual liberation. Its tenets, deeply rooted in ancient wisdom, offer a unique and comprehensive approach to living a meaningful and ethical life. This … Read more
A Comparative Analysis of Fundamental Rights in India and the United Kingdom Fundamental rights are the bedrock of any democratic society, guaranteeing essential freedoms and protections to its citizens. While both India and the United Kingdom are democratic nations, their constitutional frameworks and approaches to fundamental rights differ significantly. This article delves into a comparative … Read more
The Central Information Commission has been constituted with effect from 12-10-2005 under the Right To Information act, 2005. The jurisdiction of the Commission extends over all Central Public Authorities. The Commission has certain powers and functions mentioned in sections 18, 19, 20 and 25 of the RTI Act, 2005.These broadly relate to adjudication in second … Read more
Political Parties shall be brought under the act as they are centre to the ecosystem of Democracy. They are the main actor of election process. The points in favour of RTI act are as follows: Indirect financing in the form of Income tax exemptions. State also provide them indirect financing in the form of airing … Read more
Contemporary Legal issues: Right To Information India always took pride in being the largest Democracy, but with the passing of the Right to information act in 2005, it has also become an accountable, interactive and participatory democracy. This right has catapulted the Indian citizen on a pedestal from where he can take stock of administrative … Read more