In view of the recent case against The Wire, discuss the legal provisions regarding defamation in India. What is the case for decriminalization of this offense?

The ongoing defamation case against news website ‘The Wire’, has once again sparked the debate to decriminalize this offence, a demand expressed by the media community from time to time. Background: The Wire reported that members of the BJP routinely ..

It has been observed on many occasions that the Right to freedom of religion often clashes with the right to equality and individual dignity. Discuss in the light of constitutional provisions and recent judicial pronouncements.

Individual dignity is one of the founding principles of our Constitution, finding mention in its preamble. That apart, certain constitutional provision ensures individual dignity: Article 14: equality of laws; cannot be discriminated on any grounds including religious. Article 19: Freedom ..

What are the Human Rights issues involved in relation to the arrest of M. Karunanidhi in Tamil Nadu in July 2001?

Due to political reasons, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu M. Karunanidhi was arrested in Tamil Nadu in July, 2001, which created major political issue in the country giving rise to various types of debates, involving questions ranging from issues ..

What are the terms of reference of the working group constituted to for the revision of the current series of Wholesale Price Index?

The government has constituted a Working Group under the member of Niti Aayog Prof. Ramesh Chand for the revision of the current series of Wholesale Price Index (Base 2011-12). Terms of Reference of the Working Group To suggest the most ..

What are the features of the Emergency Response Support System?

Himachal Pradesh has become the first state to launch pan-India single emergency number ‘112’ under Emergency Response Support System (ERSS). Features of the ERSS: ERSS marks the beginning of commencement of a single number based 112 emergency services which will ..

Why Delhi conducted ground survey on measles?

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. Measles has been an important cause of death among young children globally, despite the availability of a safe and effective vaccine. Why Ground level survey? Delhi has witnessed a spike in measles cases ..

What are the reasons behind the increasing number of C-section deliveries?

The Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM-A) had undertaken a study to examine the viability of the private sector as a partner in providing health services. In the report “Too much care? Private health care sector and surgical interventions during ..

How has been India's performance in Ease of Doing Business Rankings, 2019?

The ease of doing business rankings are released by the World Bank annually. It is based on the average of 10 sub indices of Starting a business ,Dealing with construction permits , Getting electricity , Registering property , Getting credit , Protecting investors, Paying taxes, ..