The Union government has proposed the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 to regulate foreign funding of NGOs, introducing a designated authority to manage assets, sparking political controversy especially in Kerala. BulletsIn The Bill amends the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 to strengthen control over foreign funds. FCRA regulates how NGOs, individuals and associations receive and use
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The Union government has proposed the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 to regulate foreign funding of NGOs, introducing a designated authority to manage assets, sparking political controversy especially in Kerala. BulletsIn The Bill amends the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 to strengthen control over foreign funds. FCRA regulates how NGOs, individuals and associations receive and use
Articles 33 to 35 of the Indian Constitution deal with the modification and application of fundamental rights for armed forces and related personnel. These provisions allow the state to restrict certain rights to maintain discipline, security, and effective functioning of forces. BulletsIn Articles 33 to 35 regulate how fundamental rights apply to armed forces and
Articles 33 to 35 of the Indian Constitution deal with the modification and application of fundamental rights for armed forces and related personnel. These provisions allow the state to restrict certain rights to maintain discipline, security, and effective functioning of forces. BulletsIn Articles 33 to 35 regulate how fundamental rights apply to armed forces and
The Central Bureau of Investigation is the central government’s top investigative body, handling corruption, economic offences and major crimes under the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act. BulletsIn: Established in 1963, originated from Special Police Establishment 1941, recommended by Santhanam Committee to combat corruption and major crimes Functions under Ministry of Personnel as non-statutory body, deriving
The Central Bureau of Investigation is the central government’s top investigative body, handling corruption, economic offences and major crimes under the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act. BulletsIn: Established in 1963, originated from Special Police Establishment 1941, recommended by Santhanam Committee to combat corruption and major crimes Functions under Ministry of Personnel as non-statutory body, deriving
The S. R. Bommai vs Union of India established key safeguards against misuse of President’s Rule under Article 356, strengthening India’s federal structure and judicial oversight. BulletsIn: Supreme Court ruled that imposition of President’s Rule under Article 356 is subject to judicial review, preventing arbitrary dismissal of state governments Case originated from dismissal of Karnataka
The S. R. Bommai vs Union of India established key safeguards against misuse of President’s Rule under Article 356, strengthening India’s federal structure and judicial oversight. BulletsIn: Supreme Court ruled that imposition of President’s Rule under Article 356 is subject to judicial review, preventing arbitrary dismissal of state governments Case originated from dismissal of Karnataka
India manages inter-state river disputes under Article 262 of the Constitution, enabling tribunals to resolve conflicts between states over water sharing. Laws enacted in 1956 provide mechanisms for adjudication, ensuring equitable distribution and limiting court intervention. Bullets Inter-state water disputes arise between states over use, distribution, and control of shared river waters. Article 262 empowers
India manages inter-state river disputes under Article 262 of the Constitution, enabling tribunals to resolve conflicts between states over water sharing. Laws enacted in 1956 provide mechanisms for adjudication, ensuring equitable distribution and limiting court intervention. Bullets Inter-state water disputes arise between states over use, distribution, and control of shared river waters. Article 262 empowers
The Supreme Court of India ruled that under Article 200, a Governor must inform the state government with reasons if assent to bills is delayed or denied, in a case related to Tamil Nadu. BulletsIn Tamil Nadu approached the Supreme Court over long delays by the Governor in approving several state bills. The state argued
The Supreme Court of India ruled that under Article 200, a Governor must inform the state government with reasons if assent to bills is delayed or denied, in a case related to Tamil Nadu. BulletsIn Tamil Nadu approached the Supreme Court over long delays by the Governor in approving several state bills. The state argued
The Inter-State Council, established under Article 263 of the Constitution, promotes coordination between Centre and States, strengthening cooperative federalism and resolving inter-state issues in India. BulletsIn: Constitutional body under Article 263, set up in 1990 based on Sarkaria Commission recommendations to improve Centre-State relations and policy coordination Functions include discussing common interest issues, investigating disputes
The Inter-State Council, established under Article 263 of the Constitution, promotes coordination between Centre and States, strengthening cooperative federalism and resolving inter-state issues in India. BulletsIn: Constitutional body under Article 263, set up in 1990 based on Sarkaria Commission recommendations to improve Centre-State relations and policy coordination Functions include discussing common interest issues, investigating disputes
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a special status for foreign citizens of Indian origin, allowing lifelong stay, work, and travel in India with key restrictions. BulletsIn: OCI stands for Overseas Citizenship of India, a permanent residency status for foreign nationals of Indian origin, introduced under Citizenship Amendment Act to meet diaspora demands Eligible applicants
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a special status for foreign citizens of Indian origin, allowing lifelong stay, work, and travel in India with key restrictions. BulletsIn: OCI stands for Overseas Citizenship of India, a permanent residency status for foreign nationals of Indian origin, introduced under Citizenship Amendment Act to meet diaspora demands Eligible applicants
The Gujarat Assembly passed the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code, 2026 on March 2026 after a seven-hour debate, introducing a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships across communities, with certain constitutional exemptions. Bullets Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill through a majority voice vote after a marathon seven-hour discussion. Gujarat
The Gujarat Assembly passed the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code, 2026 on March 2026 after a seven-hour debate, introducing a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships across communities, with certain constitutional exemptions. Bullets Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill through a majority voice vote after a marathon seven-hour discussion. Gujarat
India’s citizenship and overseas identity framework distinguishes between Non-Resident Indians, Persons of Indian Origin, and Overseas Citizen of India cardholders under the Citizenship Act, 1955. These categories matter for travel, residence, economic rights, and eligibility linked to India, while OCI registration can also be cancelled on specific legal grounds. Bullets NRI is an Indian citizen
India’s citizenship and overseas identity framework distinguishes between Non-Resident Indians, Persons of Indian Origin, and Overseas Citizen of India cardholders under the Citizenship Act, 1955. These categories matter for travel, residence, economic rights, and eligibility linked to India, while OCI registration can also be cancelled on specific legal grounds. Bullets NRI is an Indian citizen
