Tnpsc and Upsc Notes Pdf
Corruption in Public life Corruption is dishonesty and criminal offence done by a person or organization that is entrusted with a position of authority to acquire illegal benefits for one gain. It has become a norm for people in India in all aspects of life to obtain power, influence and other political or personal gains … Read more
History of Local Governments in India Below is a simplified table summarizing the History of Local Governments in India: Period Key Developments Notable Features Ancient Period Village Panchayats were prominent. Local self-governance through assemblies like Sabhas and Samitis. The village was the basic unit of administration. Medieval Period Local governance declined under feudal systems but … Read more
73rd constitutional amendment The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, a watershed moment in Indian governance, transformed the landscape of rural administration by introducing significant changes in the Panchayati Raj system. Aspirants preparing for the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) examinations need a comprehensive understanding of this amendment, its provisions, and its impact on local self-governance. In … Read more
The Mehta Committee suggested that the administration should be decentralized and the administration should be set under the power of local bodies. Also, the community development blocks should be devised as a decisive democratic section with an elected Panchayat Union to operate as a block of developmental exercise in the area. The committee also recommended … Read more
Discretionary power of President and Governor Discretionary power of President Constitutionally, the President of India has the right to be informed of all vital issues and deliberations of the Council of Ministers. The Prime Minister is Obliged to furnish all the details that the President of India may ask for. The President of India often … Read more
Prerogative Writs in India There are five writs in India: Habeas Corpus It means to produce the person in the body. It applies in cases where a person is alleged to have been illegally detained. This writ safeguards the personal liberty of every individual. Mandamus It is meant to direct any authority to perform its … Read more
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a litigation that is undertaken to secure public interest. It is also used to demonstrate the availability of justice to the disadvantages parties or people. PIL was introduced by Justice P.N.Bhagwati after relaxation of traditional rule of locus standi. Any citizen of India can approach the … Read more
State government structure in India The state government follows the parliamentary system of government like the central government. Some states have a Bicameral legislature and some states have a Unicameral legislature. The state executive or the state government may consist of: These three executives form the basic structure of government in the states. Kindly check … Read more
The National Commission to review the working of the constitution (NCRWC) also known as Justice Manepalli Narayana Rao Venkatachaliah Commission. It was set up by a resolution of the NDA Government of India led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee on 22 February 2000 for suggesting possible amendments to the constitution of India.
Article 356 in Part XIII of the constitution provides for the proclamation of Emergency by the President in any state where there is a breakdown of constitutional machinery either based on the report of the Governor or even otherwise. The Article emphasizes the supremacy of the constitution and national unity and integrity. The state governments … Read more