The separation of powers refers to separate jurisdiction of executive, legislative and judiciary. Separation of power in the US: Strict demarcation, no overlap. The executive is not responsible...
The Regulating Act of 1773 marked a significant turning point in the administrative oversight of British India by the British Crown. It was the first legislative step taken...
Urban local bodies (ULBs) were formed by the 74th Constitutional amendment act. Many reforms are brought by the central and state government to overhaul the ULBs like filling...
The Indian Councils Act of 1861 marked a pivotal moment in the administrative and constitutional history of British India. This Act was instrumental in initiating representative institutions by...
Pressure groups are voluntary non-profit organizations of people working towards common or similar interests. Pressure groups work independently from the government. Interest groups are the groups of people...
Institutions of local self governance were established by the 73rd and 74th Constitutional amendment act of India. Their effectiveness in the modern times has been questioned. Issues faced...
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...
The electoral system in India traces power from the Constitution which established the election commission as the main authority responsible for elections. In contemporary times, electoral system faces...
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has significantly influenced India’s environmental governance since its inception in 2010. Tasked with expedient resolution of cases pertaining to environmental laws, it supports...
The NGT was established in 2010 with an aim to provide faster resolution of environmental disputes. The role of NGT is not limited to merely adjudication but extends...