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Supreme Court Flags Concerns Over Free Ration Distribution
Context Recently, the Supreme Court of India has raised concerns over the free ration distribution system, questioning its long-term sustainability and impact on economic policies. Development Perspective: Economic Sustainability Supreme Court’s Concerns: It observed that while States procure food grains from the Centre and distribute them for free, the financial burdenultimately falls on taxpayers. It questioned whether India, in 2025, is still grappling with the same poverty levels as in 2011,
Reviving a Far-Sighted But Forgotten Bill Mechanism
Despite its potential to introduce progressive laws, India’s Private Member’s Bill mechanism has steadily eroded over the years because frequent disruptions, adjournments, and the prioritization of government business.
SC upholds courts’ power to modify arbitral awards under limited circumstances
In News The Supreme Court of India, in a majority 4:1 judgment, ruled that courts have the limited power to modify arbitral awards under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Major Highlights of the Judgement Courts can modify awards to remove invalid portions or correct typographical, computational, or clerical errors. Courts can also adjust the interest post-award if necessary.
Right To Digital Access Part of Article 21
Context The Supreme court emphasized that digital access is a crucial component of the Right to Life under Article 21. Background The judgment was based on a petition filed by a group of acid attack survivors. They raised concerns about how disabled people, including acid attack victims, find it nearly impossible to successfully complete the digital KYC processes, which include visual tasks.
Cabinet Approves Caste Enumeration in Upcoming Census
Context Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA), chaired by Prime Minister of India, has decided to include caste enumeration in the upcoming Census exercise, marking a significant shift in India’s approach to demographic data collection. Caste Based Enumeration Historical Perspective: The last caste-based enumeration in India was carried out in 1931 under British rule, recording 4,147 distinct castes. Although caste details were gathered in 1941, they were never published du
India Justice Report 2025: A System Failing the Common Citizen
India Justice Report 2025: A System Failing the Common Citizen
Regulation of Explicit Content on OTT Platforms
Context Recently, the Supreme Court of India has taken a significant step by issuing notices to the Central Government and other stakeholders regarding a plea to regulate sexually explicit content on Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms and social media. Rapid Growth of OTT Platforms in India The rapid growth of Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms in India has revolutionized entertainment, offering diverse content to millions of viewers. With increasing internet penetration, affordable data, and a shift in con
JPSC ACF and FRO Test Series 2024: Most Probable Questions (सम्भावित प्रश्न)
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Grassroots Governance: Strengthening Panchayats for Sustainable Growth
Panchayats in India remain underutilized due to financial constraints, fragmented efforts, and limited institutional capacity.
National Panchayati Raj Day
Context The Ministry of Panchayati Raj on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day 2025, presented the Special Category National Panchayat Awards- 2025. About These awards include the Climate Action Special Panchayat Award (CASPA), Atma Nirbhar Panchayat Special Award (ANPSA), and Panchayat Kshamta Nirman Sarvottam Sansthan Puraskar (PKNSSP). The awards aim to recognize Gram Panchayats and institutions that have demonstrated exemplary performance in areas such as climate resilience, fiscal se
Censorship of Social Media
Context Under the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)-led Sahyog portal, the government has issued 130 content notices to online platforms like Google, YouTube, Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft in the last 6 months. About These notices effectively act as content blocking orders and are sent under Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act, 2000. These fall outside Section 69(A) of the Information Technology Act, which has been commonly used to issue online censorship orders.
17th Civil Services Day
Context The Prime Minister of India addressed Civil Servants on the occasion of 17th Civil Services Day in New Delhi. Civil Service Day Civil Services Day is observed on 21st April every year to commemorate the day in 1947 when Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel addressed the first batch of civil servants at the Metcalfe House, New Delhi. He termed civil servants as the Steel frame of India, emphasizing their role in maintaining unity and integrity.
Kerala’s Intellectual Property Rights policy to be revised after 17 years
Context The Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy of Kerala is set to undergo a thorough overhaul after a gap of 17 years. About The Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) has constituted a six-member drafting committee headed by Chairman, Kerala State Biodiversity Board, for preparing the revised policy. Kerala had first formulated an IPR policy in 2008, which will now undergo comprehensive revision.
T.N. Government Issues Advisory Reiterating Use of Tamil as Official Language
Context The Tamil Nadu government has issued an advisory to senior officials and heads of departments, reiterating existing provisions and orders mandating the use of Tamil as the official language in all government offices. Regional Languages in State Legislature As per the Article 345: A State Legislature can choose any language(s) used in the State or Hindi for official work. However, until the State passes a law to change it, English will continue to be used for official purposes where it wa
Supreme Court on Child Trafficking
Context Recently, the Supreme Court of India has issued a warning to parents across the country, urging them to remain vigilant against the growing menace of child trafficking. Current Scenario and Statistics Over 10,000 cases of trafficking were reported, yet only 1,031 convictions were secured (Between 2018 and 2022). Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh are among the top states with the highest number of trafficked children.
T.N. Govt. Forms Panel to Recommend Measures on State Autonomy
Context The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister has set up a high-level committee to recommend measures on state autonomy with a view to protect state governments rights and improve working relations with the union government. About the Committee It is a three member committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Kurian Joseph. The committee is expected to submit its interim report by January 2026 and the final report within two years.
Program Management Unit to Improve Efficiency of DMF
In Context The Ministry of Mines announced the setting up of a Program Management Unit (PMU) to improve the efficiency of the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) and ensure smooth implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY). What is District Mineral Foundation (DMF)? Legal Provision: Constituted under Section 9B of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) (MMDR) Act 1957 (amended in 2015).
Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025
Context The Telangana government has notified the implementation of the Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025 for categorisation of Scheduled Castes (SC) into three groups. About Telangana has become the first Stateto operationalise the classification of the Scheduled Castes after the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment. The judgement upheld the constitutionality of sub-classifying the SCs and Scheduled Tribes (STs) to grant separate quotas for the most marginalised
Recent Amendments to RTI Act via DPDP Act: A Blow to Transparency?
Recent amendments to the RTI Act 2005, particularly to Section 8(1)(j) through the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 are seen as unnecessary and potentially detrimental to the Acts original intent.
Delay in Reporting Births and Deaths Data
Context The Civil Registration System (CRS), to register births and deaths is facing glitches that have led to delays in issuance of birth and death registration certificates. Civil Registration System (CRS) App The mobile app, prepared by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (Ministry of Home Affairs), is expected to significantly reduce the time required for the registration of births and deaths. According to the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Act, 2023, all re