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Supreme Court Ruling on Challenge to ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ in Preamble

November 26, 2024

The Supreme Court recently dismissed petitions challenging the 42nd Amendment and added the words “secular” and “socialist” to the Constitution’s Preamble in 1976. The Court affirmed that these terms are widely accepted in Indian society. Background of the 42nd Amendment ..

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Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against Inauguration of New Parliament Building

May 26, 2023

In a recent development, the Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging the inauguration of the new Parliament building. The petitioner had raised objections, arguing that the inauguration by the Prime Minister violated the Constitution. However, the Supreme Court quickly ..

Article 142 of the Indian Constitution

May 2, 2023

Under Article 142 of the Indian Constitution, the Supreme Court has the power to pass such a decree or make such an order as is necessary for doing complete justice in any cause or matter. This article allows the Supreme ..

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“Madhyamam Broadcasting Limited vs Union of India & Ors” Case

April 11, 2023

In recent years, the media industry in India has been subjected to increased scrutiny and censorship. The case of “Madhyamam Broadcasting Limited vs Union of India & Ors” is an example of such censorship, where the Ministry of Information and ..

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Places of Worship Act, 1991

April 10, 2023

The Places of Worship Act, 1991, is an important legislation in India that seeks to protect the character of religious places of worship as they existed on August 15, 1947. The law prohibits any suit or proceeding against the encroachment ..

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What are Great Indian Bustards?

March 9, 2023

The Great Indian Bustard is one of the heaviest flying birds in the world. It is native to the Indian subcontinent. The species is critically endangered due to habitat loss, hunting, and other human activities. Conservation efforts are underway to ..

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Who is a Whip?

March 6, 2023

A whip, in parliamentary language, may refer to a written order to members of a particular party in the House to abide by a certain direction. It may also refer to an official of the party who is authorized to ..

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Chief Election Commissioner

March 6, 2023

Chief Election Commissioner heads the Election Commission of India – the statutory body responsible for the conducting of free and fair elections to the national and state legislatures and of the President and Vice President. It is very difficult to ..

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