indian polity

The Challenge of Holding Judges Accountable

Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court delivered a speech that displayed alleged biases against the Muslim community at an event organized by the legal cell of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad. This has brought renewed attention to the...

List of Vice Presidents of India 1952-2025, Powers and Functions

The Vice President of India holds a significant position in the country's political structure, and the role has evolved. Serving as the second-highest constitutional office, the Vice President’s responsibilities go beyond ceremonial duties, playing an essential part in the country's...

President of India from 1947 to 2025, Name, Tenure and Powers

The President of India is the head of state and the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces. Since the adoption of the Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, the office of the President has played a crucial role in...

List of Prime Ministers of India 1947 to 2024, Current PM of India

India’s journey as a democratic republic is deeply interwoven with the vision and leadership of its Prime Ministers. The Prime Minister, as the head of the government, plays a pivotal role in shaping India’s policies, steering economic growth, and representing...

Places of Worship Act 1991, Key Provisions and Challenges

Context Typically, excavations at historic sites are conducted by archaeologists or historians to uncover evidence of lost civilizations, ancient cities, or mythological events. In India, excavations have been conducted under places of worship of one religion to seek evidence of...

Should Legislatures in India have Fixed Tenures?

The debate surrounding the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, which proposes fixed five-year terms for the Lok Sabha and aligns State Legislature elections with this cycle, presents various arguments both in favor of and against fixed legislative...

Hindu Marriage Act 1955, Salient Features, Important Sections

The Hindu Marriage Act governs marriages among Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs in India. It establishes legal procedures for solemnizing and registering marriages while defining the rights, duties, and grounds for divorce. This legislation plays a significant role in the...

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Functions, Chairman

Recently a high-power committee led by the Prime Minister met to select the next Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). The post of Chairperson has been vacant since Justice (Retd) Arun Kumar Mishra completed his tenure in June...

Section 6A of the Citizenship Act

The Supreme Court of India's ruling on October 17, 2024, upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, by a 4:1 majority. The judgment has raised significant concerns regarding constitutional violations and potential negative implications for...

BR Ambedkar Death Anniversary, Biography, Legacy, Contribution

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, fondly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was one of the most influential leaders in Indian history. Known for his relentless fight against social discrimination and his role as the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambedkar...