Right to Protest in India: Constitutional Limits, State Responsibilities & Supreme Court Judgments Right to Protest in India is one of the most significant democratic rights guaranteed under the Constitution. It allows citizens to express dissent, demand accountability, and influence public policy through peaceful means. However, this right is not absolute and is subject to
India-UK CETA: From Protectionism to Competitiveness in India’s Economic Policy India-UK CETA marks a significant transformation in India’s economic policy from protectionism towards global competitiveness. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between India and the United Kingdom aims to expand exports, improve industrial competitiveness, promote innovation, and strengthen India’s integration with global markets while
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Delimitation in India: Constitutional Basis, Challenges to Cooperative Federalism & Concerns of Southern States Delimitation in India has become one of the most significant constitutional and political debates in recent years. While delimitation is essential to uphold the democratic principle of “One Person, One Vote, One Value”, it has also raised concerns about cooperative federalism,
Introduction Road Safety in India has emerged as one of the most critical public policy and disaster management concerns. Road traffic accidents constitute a silent, preventable human-induced disaster, imposing enormous human, social and economic costs. India records one of the highest numbers of road accident fatalities globally. With around 1.77 lakh fatalities annually (one death
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1. Jammu & Kashmir Statehood: Renewed Demand for Restoration (GS – II: Polity and Governance) Why in News? Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has reiterated the demand for the restoration of Statehood, urging the Union Government to fulfil its commitment. The issue has once again brought the constitutional status of Jammu & Kashmir
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India-Australia Strategic Partnership (GS – II: International Relations) Context India and Australia have adopted a landmark Joint Declaration on Defence and Security Cooperation, while operationalizing a decade-old civil nuclear pact to supply uranium during the recent bilateral summit. Background The upgraded framework builds upon the 2009 Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation and the active 2+2
India–Indonesia Ties: Defence Exports & Sabang Port (GS II: International Relations) Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s July 2026 visit to Indonesia significantly bolstered the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Marked by 14 critical agreements and the receipt of Indonesia’s highest civilian honour, ‘Bintang Adipurna’, the visit deepened bilateral ties across defence, maritime, and digital domains. Key Outcomes
Algorithmic Negligence and Child Safety: MeitY vs Meta (GS Paper II: Governance & Social Justice) Context The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) recently issued a stern notice to Meta, demanding the immediate removal of Instagram advertisements promoting Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM). This action highlights escalating global concerns over the misuse
Introduction: The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow maritime passage connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, through which nearly one-fifth of global oil consumption and a substantial share of global LNG trade transit. For India, which imports around 90% of its crude oil requirements, disruptions in this strategic
Today Current Affairs 04/07/2026 1. Calibrated Engagement: India’s Strategic Balancing with China and Japan (GS II: IR) Context The Government of India has introduced calibrated relaxations for specific China-linked entities within investment and public procurement frameworks, while simultaneously advancing strategic supply chain partnerships with regional allies like Japan. Policy Background & Recent Shift Press Note
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