In context of the recent tussle between the Governor of Kerala and the State government, explain the doctrine of pleasure.

Recently, Kerala Governor and the state government of Kerala have come face to face on several issues. The controversy started after the Governor sought the resignation of several vice chancellors following a Supreme Court judgement. This has sparked the debate ..

Topics: GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution • GS-II: Parliament and State Legislatures in India

With reference to the recent Election Commission’s strategy to encourage voting by tracking electoral participation, examine the issue of compulsory voting. What can be done to encourage voters’ participation without compromising voter rights?

The election commission has signed MoU with over 1000 corporate houses to monitor the electoral participation of their workforce and publish on their websites and notice boards those who do not vote. This has raised concerns surrounding the issue of ..

Topics: GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution • GS-II: Salient Features of the Representation of Peoples Act

Article 22, despite being a fundamental right, has some parts which pose as ‘fundamental dangers’. Examine the above statement in the light of debate surrounding preventive detention laws in India.

The article 22 of the Indian constitution contains certain laws for detention and arrest. Article 22 ensures: Any arrested person be presented before a magistrate within 24 hours. A person alleged of offence be given reason of his arrest except ..

Topics: GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution • GS-II: Basic Structure Doctrine

Highlighting the process of delimitation in India, throw some light on the debate surrounding it in India.

Delimitation is the process of rationalization of constituencies after each census. So that equal representation of people from each constituency can be maintained (under article 82). Process: After each census, the population of the country, state and district is updated. ..

Topics: GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution • GS-II: Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States • GS-II: Parliament and State Legislatures in India

The Right to Information Act, 2005 has been diluted by the recent amendments and undermined the authority of information commissioners. Critically analyze.

Right to information act 2005 is the cornerstone of right to information under article 21, to the common citizens of India. It has assured and era of transparency and accountability in the Indian administrative system. Recent amendment: Under the recent ..

Topics: GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution • GS-II: Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States

Comment in comparative perspective on the amendability of the Indian constitution as a mix of rigidity and flexibility.

Unlike the British and the American constitutions, the Indian constitution blends flexibility and rigidity to serve the interests of a very diverse nation, with article 368 enabling amendments. Flexibility: Several constitutional provisions may be amended by a simple majority of ..

Topics: GS-II: Salient Features Significant Provisions of Constitution • GS-II: Comparison of Indian Constitutional Scheme With Other Countries