Vote Counting In India
Context: Over the past six weeks, 642 million voters have participated in the world’s largest democratic exercise. Now, it’s their turn to be heard through the counting of votes. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Counting of Votes Handbook and Governance Responsibilities and Procedures RO Responsibilities: Appointment of Time and Place: […]
Legal Framework of Voting Rights and Candidacy
Context: Amritpal Singh, the imprisoned leader of the pro-Khalistan group Waris Punjab De, announced his candidacy for the Lok Sabha elections from Punjab’s Khadoor Sahib constituency on June 1. Despite facing criminal charges, he is eligible to run for office unless convicted. However, like other inmates in Indian prisons, he will be prohibited from voting […]
CCI Chairperson Highlights Monopolistic Tendencies in Digital Markets
Context: Recently, during the 15th annual day celebrations of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), the Chairperson emphasized the tendency of digital markets to concentrate, leading to monopolistic practices. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is a Digital Market? Digital markets, often referred to as online markets, are virtual spaces […]
Recent Fire Tragedies Highlight Need for Enhanced Fire Safety Regulations
Context: Recent fire incidents at a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat, and a children’s hospital in Delhi have resulted in at least 40 fatalities within 24 hours. These tragedies have brought attention to the need for stricter fire safety regulations and enforcement, especially in buildings prone to man-made disasters. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance […]
Increasing Political Influence on Indian Higher Education
Context: Indian higher education has a long history of intertwining with political agendas. This trend has intensified in recent years, affecting various aspects of academic life and compromising institutional integrity. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Higher Education in India Overview: Popular Subject Areas: Participation Rate: Influence of Politics on Indian […]
About Tele-MANAS
Context: The National Tele-Mental Health Programme in India has reached a significant milestone, receiving over 10 lakh calls on its Tele-MANAS toll-free number, averaging 3,500 calls per day. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance About Tele-MANAS: Tele-MANAS will be organised in two tier system; About MANAS: Aim:
Personality Rights and Their Protection
Context: Recently, Hollywood Actress Scarlett Johansson claimed that the GPT-4o’s voice, sounds very similar to her own. She has accused OpenAI of using her voice without permission despite previously declining licensing requests from CEO Sam Altman. Relevance: GS: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Background: Personality Rights and Their Protection GPT-4o OpenAI’s Response: What […]
ECI’s Enforcement of Model Code of Conduct Sparks Debate
Context; Recently, the Election Commission of India (ECI) highlighted the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), stressing that star campaigners should lead by example and maintain societal harmony. This announcement has ignited a debate regarding the ECI’s authority to address MCC violations, including the power to deregister political parties. Relevance: GS II: Polity […]
Supreme Court Rulings on Professional Services Under CPA
Context: The Supreme Court ruled that lawyers, as professionals, cannot be subjected to legal proceedings for providing faulty services under the Consumer Protection Act 2019 (CPA). Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Consumer Protection Act (CPA)? What Did the Apex Court Rule in Indian Medical Association vs V […]
Supreme Court Limits Enforcement Directorate’s Arrest Powers Under PMLA
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) loses its authority to arrest an accused once a special court takes cognisance of a chargesheet filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This judgment restricts the ED’s power to execute arrests and underscores the importance of protecting personal liberty. Relevance: GS II: […]