Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Nov 2022 05:57

DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
“Though Indian Judiciary faces criticism for a huge number of pending cases but the sole responsibility for it is not of judiciary, Executive also has some responsibility in Justice Delivery Mechanism.” Discuss Critically.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 18:45

Ref : National Suicide Prevention Strategy: Framework and objectives THE INDIAN EXPRESS 24-11-2022

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24 Nov 2022 13:15

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding the President’s Rule:

1. 44th Amendment Act of 1978 introduced restraint on the power of the Parliament to extend President’s Rule beyond one year.
2. President’s rule can be extended beyond one year when National Emergency is in operation in whole of India or in the whole or any part of state.

Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) both
(d) none

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 13:14

Q2. Which of the following rights under Right to Freedom of Religion and articles are not correctly matched?

1. Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion-Article 25
2. Freedom to manage religious affairs-Article 26
3. Freedom from payment of taxes for promotion of any religion-Article 28
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 08:00

STRUCTURE/APPROACH FOR MAINS ANSWER WRITING
INTRODUCTION
Briefly explain the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005 and establish its relationship with good governance.
BODY
Discuss the role of RTI in attaining the elements of good governance like accountability, transparency etc. and give some examples.
Discuss the limitations of RTI how it sometimes impedes good governance.
CONCLUSION
Write a conclusion assessing the arguments given in your answer.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 02:31

REF: The Economic Times- Nov 16- National Press Day: Importance, significance and history of the day

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23 Nov 2022 13:24

REF: The Hindu- Nov 13- Extra-regional fishing fleets present in Indian Ocean: Navy

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 06:03

Q4. The part of Indian Constitution is referred as “Conscience of Constitution is:

(a) Fundamental Rights
(b) Preamble
(c) Directive Principles of State Policies
(d) Fundamental Duties

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 06:02

Q2. Consider the following statements:

1. State government pursuing anti-secular politics is liable to action under Article 356.
2. Indian concept of secularism connotes a complete separation between the religion and the state

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 04:30

DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
Maximum of the world has penalised marital rape, surprisingly, there is no law to protect married women against marital rape in India”. Critically analyse the need of law against marital rape in India. Discuss various challenges while legislating such a law.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 16:45

22 NOV 2022 Daily MCQs

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 15:52

Q3. Who determines the conditions of service of members of All-India Services?

(a) President of India
(b) Constitution of India
(c) Central Government
(d) Union Public Service Commission

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 15:49

Q1. Consider the following statements about fundamental rights:

1. At times while implementation of Directive Principles of State Policy; it comes in conflict with the Fundamental Rights of the citizens.
2. Fundamental rights are positive as they require the state to do certain things.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 13:40

REF: SEBI puts in place registration, regulatory framework for online bond platform providers; Livemint- Nov 16

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 08:00

STRUCTURE/APPROACH FOR MAINS ANSWER WRITING
INTRODUCTION:
Start with a brief introduction about the constitution
BODY:
● Discuss the values gained during national movement.
● Discuss the features taken from world experiences/constitutions.
CONCLUSION:
Conclude on how the constitution is a living document and it’s ideals has crafted India to what it is today.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Nov 2022 05:39

Ref : Explained | The SC ruling on pensions for women IAF officers; The Indian Express 23-11-2022.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 15:30

24 NOV 2022 Daily MCQ

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 13:15

Q3. Consider the following statements:

1. Article 358 deals with the suspension of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by Article 19.
2. Article 359 authorises the president to suspend the right to move any court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights during a National Emergency.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 13:13

Q1. Consider among the following which are in the context of Right to Equality as in Indian Constitution?

1. Protection in respect of conviction for offences
2. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour
3. Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth
4. Abolition of titles except military and academic
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Nov 2022 04:30

DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
Critically assess the efficacy of the Right to Information (RTI) as a tool of accountability and transparency in governance.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 15:30

23 NOV 2022 Daily MCQs

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 08:00

STRUCTURE/APPROACH FOR MAINS ANSWER WRITING
INTRODUCTION: Contextual Introduction.
BODY: Write about issue of marital rape in India through data. Discuss various challenges in enacting marital rape law.
CONCLUSION: with a Way forward.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 06:02

Q3. Consider the following statements:
1. Term ‘democratic’ used in the Preamble in the broader sense embraces political democracy only.
2. Fundamental Rights are meant for promoting the idea of political democracy.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 06:01

Q1. Which of the following statements are correct about Constituent Assembly?
1. The Constituent Assembly was constituted in November 1946 under the scheme formulated by the August Offer 1940
2. The representatives of each community (Muslims, Sikhs and general) were to be elected by members of that community in the provincial legislative assembly.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Nov 2022 02:30

Ref: Every 11 minutes, a woman or girl is killed by an intimate partner or family member: U.N. chief Guterres, The Hindu Dt.23 Nov 2022

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22 Nov 2022 15:53

Q4. Which of the following statements regarding Constitutional Amendment under Article 368 is/are correct?

1. In case of disagreement between two Houses over passing an Amendment Bill under 368, there is a provision for joint sitting for both Houses
2. An amendment of the Constitution can be initiated only in the Lok Sabha

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) both
(d) none

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 15:51

Q2. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

(a) Political equality has been granted under Article 325 and 326 of the constitution
(b) Article 41 of the constitution secures to men and women equal right to an adequate means of livelihood and equal pay for equal Work.
(c) Article 1 of the Constitution describes India as a ‘Union of States’.
(d) In the LIC of India case (1995) the Supreme Court again held that the Preamble is an integral part of the Constitution.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 15:47

REF: Livemint- Nov 16- SEBI puts in place registration, regulatory framework for online bond platform providers

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 08:04

Ref: Kashi Tamil Sangamam begins Thursday: What is the ancient connect between Kashi and the Tamil land? The Indian Express 22-11-2022

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Nov 2022 04:30

DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
The Indian constitution represents the highest culmination of the ideals of freedom struggle and global wisdom. Assess.