The Anti-Defection Law (Tenth Schedule) penalizes legislators for switching parties, targeting political instability. However, ambiguous drafting in Paragraph 4 allows mass defections under the guise of "mergers." Reforming Speaker adjudication and limiting whips are critical for safeguarding democratic mandates.
Click to View MorePreventive detention laws in India allow the government to detain individuals without trial for up to three months to prevent potential crimes. Authorized under Article 22 of the Constitution, these laws protect national security and public order but face civil rights criticism.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court of India ruled that High Courts cannot dismiss writ petitions under Article 226(1) using the forum non conveniens doctrine. This judgment protects litigants' access to justice by affirming jurisdiction based on the respondent's location.
Click to View MoreThe FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 enables the government to seize and manage assets of NGOs whose licenses have lapsed or been cancelled, transitioning India's foreign funding framework from simple regulation to a state-controlled vesting and disposal system.
Click to View MoreEstablished in 1948, the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) utilizes voluntary public contributions to provide immediate disaster relief and critical medical assistance. Administered by the PMO, it functions as a charitable trust outside CAG auditing and RTI ambit.
Click to View MoreThe MHA amended the Immigration and Foreigners Rules in 2026, mandating foreign nationals to register before their 180-day visa expires. It restricts extended stays to emergencies, introduces online appeals, and eases reporting for children of Indian citizens.
Click to View MoreThe Assam UCC Bill 2026 regulates marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships while banning polygamy. It exempts Scheduled Tribes to protect customary laws, aiming for gender justice amidst debates on constitutional validity and privacy rights.
Click to View MoreThe Judges Inquiry Committee is a vital three-member statutory tribunal formed under the Judges Inquiry Act 1968 to investigate charges of proved misbehaviour or incapacity against a judge, ensuring strict accountability while safeguarding judicial independence from arbitrary, frivolous political interference.
Click to View MoreThe Indian Constitution empowers the President and Governors to promulgate ordinances during legislative recess for emergent situations. However, frequent re-promulgation and recent uses, like increasing Supreme Court judges to 38, raise concerns regarding parliamentary supremacy and separation of powers.
Click to View MoreThe Indian undertrial crisis is a human rights emergency where about 3 of 4 inmates are unconvicted, driven by unnecessary arrests and judicial delays. This situation, often termed a "silent pandemic," effectively punishes poverty rather than crime, necessitating urgent bail reforms and enhanced legal aid to ensure justice.
Click to View MoreThe Model Code of Conduct, enforced by the Election Commission of India under Article 324, ensures fair elections. Addressing challenges like deepfakes and misuse of resources requires stronger ECI powers, digital monitoring, and implementing key Law Commission recommendations for effective enforcement.
Click to View MoreA motion to remove Chief Election Commissioner over alleged partisan conduct in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has raised concerns about the independence of the Election Commission of India. The issue revives debates on electoral reforms and the 2023 change in the appointment process.
Click to View More
© 2026 iasgyan. All right reserved
