Notes and Study material for Exams
L Chandra Kumar Case The L Chandra Kumar Case was a landmark case in the history of Indian law. The case was decided by the Supreme Court of India in 1997, and it established the principle that the right to speedy trial is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Indian Constitution. The case arose out … Read more
The Right to Information (RTI) is an important right that allows citizens to access information from the government. It is a powerful tool that can be used to hold the government accountable and to improve transparency and accountability. The RTI was first introduced in India in 2005. It was based on the principle that citizens … Read more
The Central Information Commission (CIC) is an independent statutory body established by the Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI Act) to provide a mechanism for citizens to secure access to information under the control of public authorities. The CIC is headed by a Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) and two Information Commissioners (ICs). The CIC has … Read more
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a legal action initiated in a court of law by a person or group of people on behalf of the general public. It is a way of seeking justice for the people who are unable to do so for themselves. PILs have been used to address a wide range of … Read more
Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32) The Right to Constitutional Remedies is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Indian Constitution. It is enshrined in Article 32, which states that “The right to move any High Court by appropriate proceedings for the enforcement of the rights conferred by this Part is guaranteed”. This means that any … Read more
Fundamental Rights in India Fundamental rights are the basic rights and freedoms that are guaranteed to all citizens of India by the Constitution of India. These rights are enshrined in Part III of the Constitution, and they are considered to be the most important rights of Indian citizens. The fundamental rights are as follows: Right … Read more
Jain Teachings and Philosophy Jainism is an ancient Indian religion that teaches that the goal of life is to achieve liberation (moksha) from the cycle of rebirth (samsara). Jains believe that the universe is eternal and that it is made up of two substances: jiva (soul) and ajiva (non-soul). Jiva is eternal and indestructible, while … Read more
Hinayana Buddhism Hinayana Buddhism is the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism. It is also known as Theravada Buddhism, which means “the teaching of the elders.” Hinayana Buddhism is based on the teachings of the Buddha, who lived in India in the 6th century BCE. The Buddha taught that the cause of suffering is desire, and … Read more
Buddhism and Jainism Buddhism and Jainism are two of the world’s oldest religions, and they share many similarities. Both religions are based on the belief in reincarnation, and both emphasize the importance of non-violence and compassion. However, there are also some key differences between the two religions. Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who lived … Read more
Jainism is an ancient Indian religion that teaches that the way to liberation and bliss is to live a life of harmlessness and non-violence. Jains believe that all living beings are interconnected and that we should avoid harming any living thing, including insects. They also believe in reincarnation and karma, and that our actions in … Read more