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Article 143 of Indian Constitution: Power of President to Consult Supreme Court

Context: President Droupadi Murmu has sought the Supreme Court's opinion under Article 143(1) of the Constitution regarding the timelines and judicial review of her assent to Bills sent by state Governors. Article 143 of Indian Constitution Article 143 of the...

Justice BR Gavai takes Oath as 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI)

Context: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has recommended the name of Justice B.R. Gavai to the government for appointment as the 52nd Chief Justice of India. Justice BR Gavai took oath as CJI on May 14, 2025, becoming...

Union Territories of India with Capital, Governance and History

Union territories of India are areas directly controlled and administered by the Central Government of India, also known as "centrally administered territories." The Andaman and Nicobar Islands were India's first union territory after independence. On 31 October 2019, Ladakh was...

Strengthening Parliamentary Oversight in India

Context: The article examines the diminishing role of Parliamentary oversight in India, despite the constitutional emphasis on checks and balances, and suggests targeted reforms to revitalise its effectiveness. Parliamentary Oversight Parliamentary Oversight means the different ways and means by which...

Private Member Bill, Key Provisions, Significance and Challenges

Context: The Private Member’s Bill holds immense potential to significantly enrich India’s legislative landscape. About Private Member Bill A Private Member Bill is a legislative proposal introduced in Parliament by a Member of Parliament (MP) who is not a Minister....

Article 21 of Indian Constitution, Right to Life and Liberty

Context: In a recent judgement, the Supreme Court of India has said that Digital access is an intrinsic part of the Right to Life and Liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution. Article 21 of Indian Constitution Justice P. Bhagwati...

National Security Advisory Board Revamped after Pahalgam Attack

The National Security Advisory Board (NSAB) has been significantly revamped in the aftermath of the deadly Terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025. Alok Joshi (Ex-RAW Chief) has been appointed the chairman of the reconstituted National Security Advisory Board,...

Cabinet Committees in India, Structure, Functions, and Significance

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has convened key meetings of the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) and Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) following the recent terror attack in Pulwama. Cabinet Committees in India play a crucial role in governance,...

Freedom of Press in India, Constitutional Basis and Challenges

Context: In India, more people believe that the media is free than those who consider media freedom to be important. What is Freedom of Press? Freedom of Press is a fundamental right that guarantees the ability of individuals and organisations,...

Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha, Constitutional Provisions, Powers and Functions

Context: The 18th Lok Sabha has yet to elect a Deputy Speaker. Also, the Deputy Speaker’s office has remained vacant for the entire term of the 17th Lok Sabha (2019–2024). Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker of the Lok...