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Established in 1950, the Planning Commission was a central body responsible for formulating India’s historic Five-year Plans, the ‘Panchavarshiya Yojanas’ which aimed at the effective utilization of resources and balanced economic development. From the first one focussing on agriculture, followed by the second one which prioritized the establishment of heavy industries, the plans saw through…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has long been making efforts to establish its presence in South India, a region traditionally dominated by regional parties and the Congress. Karnataka has been the BJP’s stronghold in the South, where it has managed to secure a substantial number of seats in both state and national elections. The party’s…
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections concluded with results that have set the stage for a new political landscape. A deja-vu. A re-entry of the coalition era not seen in decades, the ‘Gathbandhan Dharma’ that an entire generation has grown up without having a clue of. The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance has secured a…
Legislature, executive, and judiciary are the three organs of government- 8th class civics. The judiciary, as a cornerstone of democracy, is expected to function independently, free from political influence. However, the reality often presents a more complex picture. Judges, both in the Supreme Court and High Courts, have occasionally been embroiled in political controversies that…
‘Freedom of speech’ is multifaceted, nuanced, and has been the subject of extensive debate and legal scrutiny in India. The Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) but, like most fundamental rights, is not absolute and is subject to “reasonable restrictions” as outlined in Article 19(2). These restrictions…
Various political figures, notably from the Congress party led by Mallikarjun Kharge, have raised concerns over discrepancies and delays in data release, and the non-publication of detailed voter lists. The Supreme Court also got involved in the issue courtesy of pleas by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and other entities. The ECI’s response to…
The discourse on privatization of India’s public entities spans multiple sectors, including banking, healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. It has garnered attention due to its potential impact on economic growth, efficiency of public services, and social equity. Privatization involves transferring ownership of public sector undertakings (PSUs) or assets to private entities, aiming to enhance competitiveness,…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) plays a pivotal role in administering elections in the world’s largest democracy, ensuring free and fair polling and maintaining the sanctity of the electoral process. Its responsibilities include the preparation of electoral rolls, monitoring election campaigns, ensuring code of conduct compliance, and overseeing the counting of votes and declaration…
The discourse on wealth redistribution, inheritance tax, and economic inequality in India has become a central theme in the political arena, especially in the context of the manifestos and public statements made by leading political parties like the Indian National Congress (INC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). These discussions delve into proposals for addressing…
The discourse around caste surveys and censuses in India has intensified, reflecting the country’s grappling with social justice, political strategies, and economic policies aimed at marginalized communities. The recent caste survey conducted in Bihar, revealing that OBCs and EBCs form a significant portion of the state’s population, has ignited a political debate on the necessity…