Ladakh’s protests for statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion reflect tensions between local democratic aspirations and strategic imperatives. Post-2019 UT status, residents fear loss of tribal identity, land, and jobs, highlighting the need for institutional reforms and empowered local governance.
Click to View MoreDefamation laws in India balance free speech and reputation. Article 19(1)(a) guarantees expression, while Article 19(2) allows restrictions, including defamation. The Supreme Court upheld criminal defamation under Article 21, but judges now urge decriminalization to curb misuse and protect dissent.
Click to View MoreThe lack of a timeline for presidential and gubernatorial assent to bills has led to a "pocket veto," causing friction in the federal system. The Supreme Court is now examining whether a time limit imposes an unauthorized constitutional amendment.
Click to View MoreSimultaneous elections propose holding Lok Sabha and State Assembly polls together to reduce costs, ensure policy continuity, and improve governance. While historically practiced, re-implementation faces constitutional and logistical hurdles. A Parliamentary committee is currently examining its feasibility, and the Lok Sabha recently granted an extension for the committee to submit its report.
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