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Electoral Bonds: Understanding the Anonymity Concerns in India's Political Financing

Imagine being able to support your favorite political party without anyone knowing it was you. Sounds intriguing, right? This can be done with the help of electoral bonds. This might sound complicated, but they're like a hidden key to political donations in India. Ever since the electoral bonds scheme was introduced in 2018, more than half, or 57%, of the funds extended through bonds have gone to the BJP. 🤯

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Top 10 October Current Affairs 2023

Hey Readers! It's that time of the month when we bring you our monthly current affairs tapping what's hot & happening around the world. October 2023 brought us a month of festivities, but the race for acing exams never stops. To do so, staying in the loop is crucial, and we've got your back. So, we've compiled 10 headline-worthy events that matter in competitive exams.

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Constitutional Amendments: List of Amendments to our Indian Constitution

'To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.'

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Securities and Exchange Board of India

The Securities and Exchange Board of India, often referred to as SEBI is like a watchdog for the Indian financial markets. It was created in 1992 to protect regular people who invest in stocks and other financial products while also overseeing and regulating the functioning of stock exchanges and mutual funds. As a guardian of the Indian financial infrastructure. SEBI plays a crucial role in maintaining transparency, ensuring fair practices, and fostering investor confidence in the dynamic world of securities and investments.

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Recent Criminal Law Judgments of 2023

Studying recent judgments is very important for CLAT PG and other competitive exams in law. It's a gateway to fresh legal updates and evolving interpretations by the courts.

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Competition Commission of India (CCI): All you need to know

Imagine you went to a shopping mall filled with stores, all trying to sell you stuff. But instead of giving you good deals, these stores gang up to make things more expensive. That's where the Competition Commission of India (CCI) steps in, like a mall guardian. Its job is to make sure these stores play fair and don't team up to hike prices. Why? Because for an economy to grow, trade needs to be easy and free. Businesses should compete without any unfair tricks, and CCI ensures this happens.

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Same-Sex Marriage Verdict of Supreme Court: Highlights, Timeline

In a closely-watched verdict, India's Supreme Court, by a 3:2 majority, ruled against granting legal recognition to same-sex marriages. The decision came after a marathon 10-day hearing by a five-judge constitution bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. During the proceedings, petitioners emphasized the LGBTQIA+ community's equality rights and their desire for a dignified life, just like heterosexual couples.

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Nithari Killings: Shocking Acquittal in Rape, Murder & Cannibalism case

Get ready to delve into a bone-chilling story from India's recent past, the Nithari serial murders. These gruesome crimes occurred in the house of a businessman named Moninder Singh Pandher in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, between 2005 and 2006, which led to convictions and death sentences for the accused.

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Top 3 Events in November 2023 by Law Colleges

The month of November is not just about autumn leaves and chilly days. It's the season of celebrations and festivities worldwide, with Diwali lighting up the calendar. But that's not all! Colleges are adding an extra dose of excitement for law students with a lineup of pre and post-Diwali events. In this article, we are wrapping up the top three must-attend law events happening this November.

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Abortion laws in India: What changes did 2021 Amendment bring

In a country as diverse as India, the conversation around abortion or medical termination of pregnancy isn't just about laws; it's a deeply personal and medical choice. India's abortion laws have evolved significantly over the years. The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act of 1971 was a crucial milestone, decriminalizing abortion in specific circumstances.

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Election Commission of India: Everything you need to know

The Election Commission of India (ECI), India's electoral watchdog, is like the guardian of our democracy, ensuring that elections are fair and square. Just like a diligent referee in a big game, the ECI ensures that everyone plays by the rules when it comes to choosing our leaders.

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Why are elections expensive in India?

Elections in India, a vibrant democracy with a massive population, are a grand celebration of the people's voice. Running elections involves various expensive tasks, like organizing polling stations, printing ballots, deploying security, conducting voter education, and running political campaigns. In 2019, the Lok Sabha elections topped the list as the world's costliest, with a whopping $8 billion spent.

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Bihar Caste Survey: Why is it challenged?

India's long and rich history is interwoven with its caste system, a social hierarchy that has persisted for centuries. Understanding caste dynamics is crucial for policymakers to implement effective policies that promote social justice and equitable development.

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India-Canada Tensions: Khalistan issue fueling Indo-Canada relations

Tensions between India and Canada over the Khalistan issue are not new and have been escalating lately, straining their diplomatic relations. Canada, as we know, is home to the largest population of Sikhs abroad. More than 770,000 people reported their religion as Sikhism, about 2% of Canada's population. Even in 2019, the government designated April as Sikh Heritage Month. and therefore it is the country that is alleged of being soft towards Sikh terrorism.

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Parliamentary Privileges in India

India is a land with a rich history of parliamentarian democracy, and in the fabric of parliament, one thread stands out prominently which is Parliamentary Privileges. These privileges, deeply rooted in the nation's democratic framework, provide a unique set of rights and immunities to the members of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. But are these privileges absolute in nature or it has some limitations? Let’s find out in this blog and do an analysis of Parliamentary Privileges.

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Women Reservation Act: Key Highlights of Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam

Even before India's independence, discussions about increasing women's participation in politics were taking place. In the 1970s, this issue gained momentum. The idea of women's reservation has been all about ensuring that women have a fair chance to be a part of important decision-making processes. This means setting aside specific seats in places like Parliament and state legislatures exclusively for women.

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Parliament Session Updates 2023: What is a Special Session of Parliament?

A 5-day special session of Parliament kicked off on September 18, 2023, captured the nation's attention as Prime Minister Modi initiated a unique discussion in the Lok Sabha on the "Parliamentary journey of 75 years starting from Samvidhan Sabha - Achievements, Experiences, Memories and Learnings".

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Democracy Index: Best & Worst Democracies in the World

'Democracy' is made from two words, 'demos' and 'kratos', which mean 'citizen' and 'power', respectively and one of the tools measuring it is known as the 'Democracy Index'.

Posts Tagged: criminal law

Electoral Bonds: Understanding the Anonymity Concerns in India's Political Financing

Top 10 October Current Affairs 2023

Constitutional Amendments: List of Amendments to our Indian Constitution

Securities and Exchange Board of India

Recent Criminal Law Judgments of 2023

Competition Commission of India (CCI): All you need to know

Same-Sex Marriage Verdict of Supreme Court: Highlights, Timeline

Nithari Killings: Shocking Acquittal in Rape, Murder & Cannibalism case

Top 3 Events in November 2023 by Law Colleges

Abortion laws in India: What changes did 2021 Amendment bring

Election Commission of India: Everything you need to know

Why are elections expensive in India?

Bihar Caste Survey: Why is it challenged?

India-Canada Tensions: Khalistan issue fueling Indo-Canada relations

Parliamentary Privileges in India

Women Reservation Act: Key Highlights of Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam

Parliament Session Updates 2023: What is a Special Session of Parliament?

Democracy Index: Best & Worst Democracies in the World

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