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Urban Local Bodies, History, Objective, Types and Challenges

Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) play a vital role in the governance and administration of urban areas in India. They are local self-government institutions responsible for managing urban centers, including cities and towns. ULBs are empowered by state governments to handle...

Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024, Key Objectives

Context: Recently, the central government introduced the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. The Bill is introduced in the context of climate-induced disasters. Background of Disaster Management Bill The original Disaster Management Act, 2005 aimed to create institutional...

Preventive Detention and Article 22, Purpose and Supreme Court Judgments

The Supreme Court has questioned Tamil Nadu state government’s move to issue frequent preventive detention orders under the Tamil Nadu Goondas Act. What is Preventive Detention? When a person is detained/taken into custody without any trial & conviction by a...

State Election Commission Reforms

Context: There is a need to strengthen the State Election Commissions (SECs) in India. Why is there a need of State Election Commission Reforms? Lack of Autonomy: SECs often lack the necessary autonomy and independence to function effectively. Example: As...

Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill 2024 to Curb Independent Online Creators

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) recently circulated the draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill 2024 to a few industry stakeholders. The proposed regulations include expanded oversight for independent news creators on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and X, raising concerns...

IAS Preeti Sudan appointed new UPSC Chairperson

IAS Preeti Sudan appointed new UPSC Chairperson The Union Public Service Commission announced on Wednesday the appointment of IAS officer Preeti Sudan as its new chairperson. Sudan, a 1983 batch IAS officer from the Karnataka cadre, will assume the role...

Privilege Motion in Parliament, Committee, Procedure

Context: A Congress MP has moved a privilege motion against the PM in the Lok Sabha for sharing the speech of a BJP MP  on his social media. About Parliamentary Privilege As elected representatives, the members of the House enjoy...

Rules For Civil Servant, Roles and Regulations

Context: The Central Government established a single-member committee under the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) to scrutinise all documents submitted by IAS officer Puja Khedkar, verifying her eligibility under the civil services categories. UPSC cancelled IAS candidature of Puja...

Right to be Forgotten, Background, Significance and Challenges

Context: The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a case that will shape the “right to be forgotten”. Right to be Forgotten: Background A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud will review...

President Droupadi Murmu Appoints New Governors for 9 States

Governor of States in India The Governor is the constitutional head of a state and is appointed by the President of India for five years. The Governor enjoys executive, legislative, and judicial powers. Executive powers include: The appointment of the Chief Minister and other...