[Editorial] IAS Cadre Rules Amendment
What is the context? The Centre has recently proposed amendments to the IAS (Cadre) Rules, 1954 to exercise stronger control in the central deputation of IAS…
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[Editorial] On Our Constitution
How did the Constitution come into being? The Indian Constitution was drafted by the Constituent Assembly. The Constitution, as settled by the Assembly, was put…
Role of Food Corporation of India (FCI) amidst Pandemic – Explained (updated)
The nationwide lockdown since March 25, 2020 can potentially create food shortages and hunger issues for more than 2/3rd of the Indian population whic…
Lok Adalat – Advantages, Drawbacks and Solutions
The Lok Adalat is an innovative Indian contribution to the global jurisprudence. It is one of the efficient alternative dispute resolution mechanisms …
Administrative Tribunals in India: Features, Pros, Cons, Challenges
The administrative tribunals are not a novel creation of India's political system. Rather, they are well-recognised in…
National Investigation Agency (NIA) (Amendment) Bill, 2019 – Why is it in Contention?
The NIA (amendment) bill, 2019 has been passed in both the houses of the parliament and is waiting for the president’s assent to become a…
The New National Commission for Backward Classes – Will it be Effective?
The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC), a statutory authority established in 1993 was given limited power…
Lokpal and Lokayukta – Importance, Appointment, Removal, Functions
Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose was selected as the first Lokpal in March 2019 by the selection panel chaired by Prime Minister.