GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Election process Source: IE Context: A Parliamentary panel has suggested lowering the minimum age for contesting in Assembly elections from 25 years to 18 years. Drawbacks of Lowering Minimum Age: Election Commission’s view: The Election Commission disagreed with the proposal, stating that 18-year-olds might lack the necessary experience …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Appointment to various Constitutional Posts, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies Source: TH Context: Two recent comments of the SC will have a direct bearing on the concept of the independence of various constitutional authorities in India. SC on the working of 2 key constitutional authorities: Role of …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Pressure Groups and Formal/Informal Associations and their Role in the Polity Source: IE Context: The Election Commission of India (ECI) recognised the AAP as a national party while revoking the status of the All-India Trinamool Congress, NCP and the CPI. Other decisions taken by ECI: Revoked the state party …
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GS paper 2 Syllabus: Parliament-structure, functioning and conduct of business and issues arising from it etc. Directions: This is from an editorial piece. Can be used as an example for Intra party democracy Source: The Hindu Context: The Congress is set for elections for the post of party president. Legal ground on which elections …
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Introduction: Elections bring the Election Commission of India (ECI) into sharp focus as this constitutional body superintends, directs and controls the conduct of elections. It is the constitutional duty of the ECI to ensure that the elections held are free and fair. Role of Election Commission of India: Election commission plays a vital …
