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Goa Govt. approves amendment to Factories Act to allow Women in Night Shifts
The state government of Goa recently approved an amendment to Factories Act 1948 which will allow deployment of women in night shifts (from 7pm to 6 am) in industries. It is a welcome step taken by Goa government towards women ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2019
What happens when a representative is elected from more than one seat?
In the newly elected Lok Sabha there were sitting MPs from Rajya Sabha, sitting members of the Legislative Assembly of States. Below is the outline of what happens in such scenarios. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha The Representation of the ..
E-Vidhan: Kerala Legislative Assembly Digitisation Drive
Under the E-Vidhan project, the Kerala State Legislative Assembly will go completely paperless with the state government undertaking an initiative to digitise all records. E-Vidhan: Kerala The project is expected to cost around 40 crores and is expected to save ..
Punjab Assembly passed resolution to seek 33% reservation for women in Parliament
Punjab Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution for seeking 30% reservation for women in Parliament and State legislative assembly. The resolution was moved by Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, urging the Centre to enact it. The bill would ensure the ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2018
New Delhi to host 2018 National Legislators Conference
The 2018 National Legislators Conference will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Central Hall of Parliament House, New Delhi on March 10, 2018. The purpose of the Conference is to provide a platform to Members of Parliament, ..
Chief Minister in India – UGC-NTA NET Political Science
The Chief Minister (CM) holds a vital position in the Indian political landscape, acting as the head of the government in each state. This role encompasses various responsibilities, powers, and functions crucial for state governance. Definition The Chief Minister is ..
Vijender Gupta appointed Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly
Vijender Gupta was appointed the leader of opposition (LoP) in the Delhi assembly on 16 April 2015 with immediate effect. Delhi Assembly Speaker has recognized him as LOP as per Section 2 of the Leader of Opposition in the Legislative ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2015
Himachal Pradesh assembly launches India's first E-Vidhan Mobile apps
Himachal Pradesh Government on 30 March 2015 launched part one of E-Vidhan Mobile apps. E-Vidhan Mobile apps will enable all 68 members of state assembly to get the entire House business on their smartphones and tablets, laid in the House ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2015
Ram Niwas Goel elected Speaker of Delhi Legislative Assembly
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Ram Niwas Goel was unanimously elected Speaker of the Delhi Assembly. It was announced by pro-tem Speaker Fateh Singh who presided the session of assembly for electing Speaker and Deputy Speaker of House. Goel was elected ..