Current Affair Category: Governance/Polity/Law

Why in News? The 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog was held, marking a significant milestone as it was the first time Chief Ministers from all 28 states participated. The meeting focused on leveraging cooperative federalism to drive national development, economic growth, and address regional challenges. Key Points of the Meeting: Investment Facilitation: The […]

Why in News? The International Labour Organization remains a critical entity in 2026 as global economies grapple with the transition to green energy, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in the workplace, and the ongoing need for fair wages in the face of persistent inflation. Discussions frequently center on the Just Transition framework and the protection […]

Why in news ? There is recent debate on newly Cockroach Janta party . Can Cockroach be a symbol or not? The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968 is the primary legal instrument used by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to regulate, recognize, and allot symbols to political parties and candidates in India. […]

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana WHY IN NEWS: India has rapidly scaled its renewable energy capacity, with solar power accounting for nearly 30% of total installed capacity. Despite this, two flagship government schemes—PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and PM-KUSUM—are performing well below their cumulative target of 40 GW of decentralized solar power, having […]

State Finance Commissions Why in News: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is set to release the “Report of the Committee on Datasets for State Finance Commissions” on June 8, 2026. This report is a response to critical gaps identified during the 2024 Finance Commissions’ Conclave, where the lack of accessible, standardized, and timely data was […]

Why in News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved the 4-laning of two critical National Highway sections in Telangana to improve regional connectivity, reduce congestion, and enhance logistics efficiency under the PM GatiShakti framework. Key Project Highlights: Project Scope: Widening 190.76 km of roads across two sections: […]

Why in news ? The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and the Ministry of Jal Shakti have jointly launched the “MAHA Water Mission” to catalyze innovation in the water sector. Objective of ANRF: ANRF is democratizing research funding by breaking the monopoly of established institutions. It aims to expand opportunities for startups, MSMEs, universities, and […]

Context & Background: Case Reference: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the NGO Prajwala in 2004. Constitutional Basis: The Supreme Court (SC) declared human trafficking a “direct assault on constitutional dignity,” linking the right to rehabilitation directly to Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty). Objective: To establish a comprehensive national framework for […]

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has released the findings of the NFHS-6 (2023-24). The survey covered nearly 6.79 lakh households across 715 districts, providing a granular view of India’s demographic and health transition. Key Performance Indicators (Successes): The survey indicates a positive trajectory in critical health parameters, reflecting the impact of targeted national […]

Why in News ? The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, in consecutive meetings held on May 22 and May 27, 2026, recommended the appointment of four High Court Chief Justices and one woman senior advocate as judges of the Supreme Court. Key Points: Total Appointments: The Collegium has recommended […]