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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...

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...

Money Bill, Types, Articles and Constitutional Provisions

Context: The Supreme Court agreed to list petitions challenging the Money Bill route taken by the Centre to pass contentious amendments in the Parliament. More in News The contentious legislation passed as Money Bills: Aadhaar Act, 2016. Amendments to the...

Enforcement Directorate (ED), Power, Functions and Jurisdiction

Context The Supreme Court granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case. The Court raised the bar for arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. More...

Electoral System in India, Background, Features, Process, Types

The election process in India is the cornerstone of its vibrant democracy, ensuring the participation of citizens in choosing their representatives. Governed by constitutional provisions and election statutes, this structured process is pivotal in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of...

Om Birla elected Lok Sabha Speaker for Second Term

Om Birla Re-elected as Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha Om Birla, the BJP nominee, has been re-elected as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha. He was up against Congress candidate K Suresh, who filed his nomination after the...

Legislative Council in India, Composition, Constitutional Provisions

Context: Bypolls are scheduled in Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh to fill five vacant seats. Three of these vacancies arose due to the resignation of members. Legislative Council Within the Indian government, the Legislative Council is a deliberative...

Parliamentary Committees, Types, Need and Significance

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government settles into its third term, the focus now shifts to the reconstitution of parliamentary committees—an integral part of India's legislative process. These committees are crucial for scrutinizing bills, offering policy recommendations, and ensuring that...

BR Ambedkar Birth Anniversary, Biography, Legacy, Contribution

Ambedkar Jayanti, celebrated on April 14th each year, commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar, fondly known as the 'Father of the Indian Constitution'. This day holds immense significance as it pays tribute to Dr. Ambedkar's lifelong dedication...

Electoral Reforms in India, Challenges, Reforms & Issues

India, with its vast population and strong democratic foundation, holds elections of immense significance. However, over time, several challenges have emerged, threatening the fairness and integrity of the electoral process. In response to these challenges, electoral reforms have been introduced...