Explain the Lok Sabha Speaker’s role in deciding the agenda and adjourning sessions on the legislative efficiency of the Parliament.

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha plays an important role in the functioning of India’s Parliament, particularly influencing the legislative efficiency through his responsibilities in setting the agenda and adjourning sessions. As the chief presiding officer, the Speaker’s duties and ..

The 2022 World Toilet Day is being observed on the theme of ‘Making the Invisible Visible’. In this context, discuss various government’s programs to improve sanitation.

  Every year on November 19, the UN observes World Toilet Day. The major goal is to increase public knowledge of more extensive sanitation systems, including hand washing, stormwater management, and wastewater treatment. Aim: It is about taking action to ..

Foreign governments do not have the right to criticise India�s vibrant democracy and dedication to rule of law. Critically analayse the statement in context of the recent report of United States Commission on International Religious Freedom.

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom has recently published its International Religious Freedom Report, 2019.The report was heavily criticized in India and finally rejected. Features of the Report: There was overall deterioration of religious freedom conditions in 2018 ..

For increasing Ease of Doing Business and making India an attractive investment destination, it is imperative to deal with the complexities and high compliance costs associated with existing labour laws at both centre and state level. Discuss. What steps have been taken by the central government to address these challenges?

Labour laws in India are enforced by both central and state governments, which lead to multiplicity of laws and high associated compliance costs. Effects of such complexity: Reduces ease of doing business, difficult to set up compliance mechanisms across the ..

India has witnessed a positive trend of rising numbers of start-ups in recent years. While analyzing the factors responsible for the same, highlight the challenges that remain. Also, suggest some remedial measures.

A Start up is defined as a newly incorporated business entity (less than five years old) which operates in a niche/unique market segment, often with the use of technology. The Ministry of corporate affairs has reported a four-fold increase in ..

Explain the current procedure of appointment of judges in Higher Judiciary.

The judges of the Supreme Court and High Court in India are appointed by President as per article 124(2) and 217 of the constitution. Supreme Court Judges – Article 124 (2) Appointed by the President of India Recommendations made by ..

Critically evaluate the strategic implications of BIMSTEC for India’s ‘Act East’ policy and its role in countering regional hegemony.

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is an international organisation that encompasses seven nations around the Bay of Bengal. Formed on 6 June 1997, it includes India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and ..

In context of the recent tussle between the Governor of Kerala and the State government, explain the doctrine of pleasure.

Recently, Kerala Governor and the state government of Kerala have come face to face on several issues. The controversy started after the Governor sought the resignation of several vice chancellors following a Supreme Court judgement. This has sparked the debate ..

Discuss the role of TRAI in India’s telecom growth story. What are the pros and cons of the recent provisions related to TRAI in the Telecom Bill?

The Union government has released the draft of ‘The Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022’ wherein it has proposed several significant changes. Key amendments: The draft Bill consolidates three separate acts that govern the telecommunications sector, i.e. Indian Telegraph Act 1885, Indian ..

With reference to the recent Election Commission’s strategy to encourage voting by tracking electoral participation, examine the issue of compulsory voting. What can be done to encourage voters’ participation without compromising voter rights?

The election commission has signed MoU with over 1000 corporate houses to monitor the electoral participation of their workforce and publish on their websites and notice boards those who do not vote. This has raised concerns surrounding the issue of ..