Category: Polity & Governance

Context The Cauvery river, which has long been a source of conflict between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, has recently seen a dramatic turnaround. After facing the brink of a water crisis in early July, the river has now transformed into Read More …

Context The establishment of a Constitution museum represents a significant step towards fostering a deeper understanding of democratic values and the historical context of a nation’s governance. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between the public and the foundational Read More …

Context India and Singapore enhanced their relations with the signing of 4 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Singapore. Key Highlights Digital Technologies: It covers digital technologies, along with cybersecurity, 5G, splendid-computing, quantum computing, and AI, Read More …

Context ‘The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on countries in the southeast Asia region to accelerate measures to lessen road traffic deaths, a main reason of mortality amongst people aged between 15 and 29. About Vulnerable street customers, which include pedestrians, Read More …

Context The Supreme Court has expressed disapproval over “bulldozer justice” wherein houses of accused individuals are demolished. About ‘Bulldozer justice’, also known as bulldozer politics, refers to the exercise of the usage of the heavy-duty piece of machinery to demolish Read More …

Context The use of regional languages in the High Courts of India has been a contentious issue, reflecting broader societal concerns about access to justice and the inclusivity of the legal system. Despite constitutional provisions allowing for the use of Read More …

Context In the wake of a brutal rape and murder case that shook the nation, the West Bengal government has introduced the ‘Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) Bill 2024.’ This landmark legislation aims to Read More …

Context The Indian government has officially constituted the 23rd Law Commission, marking a significant step in the ongoing efforts to reform the legal framework of the country. This new commission will operate for a three-year term, from September 1, 2024, Read More …

Context The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) performed a second spherical of polygraph tests on seven humans, in reference to the rape and murder of a doctor at the R.G. Kar Medical College in Kolkata.  About Deception detection tests (DDTs) are Read More …