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Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) Card, Eligibility, Rights and Restrictions

The Ministry of Home Affairs has released a gazette notification under Section 7D(da) of the Citizenship Act, 1955, which declares that OCI status can now be cancelled if the cardholder is found guilty of an offence involving at least two...

Section 436A of CrPC, Provisions, Scope and Conditions for Release

Context: Delhi court rejected Christian James Michel’s plea for release under Section 436A of CrPC, ruling he was ineligible due to additional charges carrying higher maximum sentences. Section 436A of CrPC Introduction: Added to the CrPC, 1973, through a 2005...

Sixth Schedule of Indian Constitution: Key Provisions and Benefits

Context: Sonam Wangchuk and other leaders joined a hunger strike in Kargil demanding Ladakh’s statehood and its inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. Provisions of the Sixth Schedule of Indian Constitution Article 244(2): Applies to the administration of...

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Functions, Chairman

Context: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report related to the death of 3 children in Meerut district of Uttar Pradesh. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) acts as a watchdog...

List of Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh From 1956 to 2025

Andhra Pradesh, a state known for its rich heritage and dynamic political landscape, has been led by numerous Chief Ministers since its formation in 1956. The journey through its political history reflects a diverse and evolving governance style, marked by...

List of India’s Longest-Serving Home Ministers: Amit Shah Tops the Chart in 2025

List of India’s Longest-Serving Home Ministers: On August 5, 2025, Amit Shah achieved a historic political milestone by becoming India’s longest-serving Union Home Minister, surpassing the record held by veteran leader L.K. Advani. With 2,258+ days in office (and counting),...

Lok Adalat, History, Composition, Types, Benefits and Concerns

Context: Banking disputes, NBFC recovery cases, and gas supply issues have been brought under the purview of Lok Adalats to ensure faster, cost-effective resolution. What is Lok Adalat? The commitment given in the preamble of the Indian Constitution to ensure...

Prevention of Money Laundering Act 2002 (PMLA), Objectives, Amendments

Context: Since 2015, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) registered 5,892 PMLA cases but secured only 15 convictions, raising questions in Parliament about the agency's low conviction rate. Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA)...

Drafting Committee of Indian Constitution: Members, Role, Final Draft & Key Highlights

he Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was one of the most significant committees formed by the Constituent Assembly. It was constituted on 29th August 1947 with the primary responsibility of scrutinizing and preparing the draft of the Constitution. The...

Reorganisation of States Act 1956, Commissions, Schedules and Purpose

Context: Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi criticised the linguistic division of states, calling it a cause for creating "second-class citizens," sparking controversy amid renewed debates on language politics in India. Reorganisation of States The Reorganisation of States in India...