Discuss the role of mediation in promoting access to justice under Article 39A of the Constitution. Analyse how the Mediation Act 2023 strengthens the justice-delivery framework. Outline reforms to enhance institutional capacity and public trust in mediation.

Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies Q3. Discuss the role of mediation in promoting access to justice under Article 39A of the Constitution. Analyse how the Mediation Act 2023 strengthens the justice-delivery framework. Outline reforms to enhance institutional capacity and public trust in mediation. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: …

How do civil society organisations contribute to strengthening electoral democracy in India? Assess their role in promoting transparency and accountability. Propose measures to enhance their institutional effectiveness.

Topic: The role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders Q4. How do civil society organisations contribute to strengthening electoral democracy in India? Assess their role in promoting transparency and accountability. Propose measures to enhance their institutional effectiveness. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question The …

Criminalisation of politics

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Governance   Source: TH  Context: The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has approached the Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking action against political parties that fail to publish details of candidates’ criminal antecedents as ordered by the Supreme Court.   Meaning of Criminalization of Politics: The criminalisation of politics refers to …

MPs’ panel oppose Mediation Bill

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Parliament- Structure, functioning and conduct of business, parliamentary committees etc   Source: The Hindu Context: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Law and Justice, headed by Sushil Kumar Modi, has recommended substantial changes to the Mediation Bill, meant for the institutionalization of mediation and establishment of the Mediation Council of India. The …