Motion to impeach Allahabad HC judge: Process of impeachment, past attempts Sub : Polity Sec: Judiciary Context: The Opposition INDIA bloc parties in the Rajya Sabha are preparing to move a motion to impeach Allahabad High Court judge Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav over controversial remarks made at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad event, where […]
SC Questions Uttar Pradesh’s Commitment to Equality in Schools Sub : Polity Sec: Legislation in news Why in News The Supreme Court has raised concerns about the Uttar Pradesh government’s lack of action in ensuring constitutional values such as equality, fraternity, and secularism are promoted in schools. The issue came to light during […]
Amid din, Lok Sabha clears Railways Bill to enhance independence of Board Sub : Polity Sec: Legislation in news Context: The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was passed in the Lok Sabha despite disruptions during parliamentary proceedings. The bill aims to simplify and modernize the existing legal framework governing Indian Railways. Key Provisions of […]
On reforms in merchant shipping Sub : Polity Sec: Legislation in news Why in the news? The Government plans to introduce two significant bills: Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024 These bills aim to replace outdated laws (Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, and Coasting Vessels Act, 1838) and modernize the shipping sector. […]
Revisiting Human Migration: Insights from Saurashtra Fossils Sub: Polity Sec: legislation in news Why in News A recent study published in Quaternary Environments and Humans provides groundbreaking evidence challenging the coastal migration model of early human dispersal. Archaeological findings from Gujarat’s Saurashtra peninsula suggest inland routes played a crucial role in human migration. […]
Opposition Calls for Removal of Rajya Sabha Chairman Citing Alleged Bias Sub: Polity Sec: legislation in news Why in News The Opposition in the Rajya Sabha has initiated an unprecedented move to remove the Vice-President and Chairman of the Upper House, citing allegations of bias. This marks a significant political development, as such […]