Polity (Attorney General of India)
1. Introduction to the Attorney General of India 2. Appointment and Term 3. Duties and Functions 4. Rights and Limitations 5. Role of the Solicitor General of India
1. Introduction to the Attorney General of India 2. Appointment and Term 3. Duties and Functions 4. Rights and Limitations 5. Role of the Solicitor General of India
1. Overview of the CAG 2. Appointment and Term 3. Independence of the CAG 4. Duties and Powers of the CAG 5. Reports and Accountability 6. Types of Audits Conducted by the CAG 7. Challenges Faced by the CAG 8. Role in Public Corporations and Government Companies 9. Criticism of the CAG 10. Contemporary Challenges
1. Constitutional Provisions Explanation: Initially, the Indian Constitution did not include a specific provision for the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities. However, following the recommendation of the States Reorganisation Commission (1953-55), the Seventh Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956 introduced Article 350-B. This article establishes the role and responsibilities of the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities.
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1. Establishment of the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) Background Constitutional Status Commission Structure 2. Functions of the NCBC Key Responsibilities Reporting Process 3. Powers of the NCBC Judicial and Investigative Powers The NCBC holds powers similar to a civil court when conducting investigations or inquiries, including: Policy Consultation
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National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (STs) 1. Overview of the Commission 2. Establishment and Structure Key Functions of the Commission Reporting and Legislative Procedures Powers of the Commission Example Scenarios
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1. Evolution of the National Commission for SCs Initial Framework: Key Milestones: 2. Functions of the National Commission for SCs Primary Roles: Example: The Commission might evaluate if specific educational or employment quotas for SCs are effectively implemented and accessible across states. 3. Reporting Mechanisms Annual and Special Reports: Example: If the Commission identifies issues
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1. Establishment of the GST Council 2. Vision and Mission 3. Composition of the GST Council Members: 4. Working Mechanism of the Council Decision-Making: 5. Functions of the GST Council Recommendations to Center and States: 6. Other Key Functions of the Council
1. Overview of the Finance Commission 2. Composition 3. Functions The Finance Commission provides recommendations on the following areas: Historical Note: Until 1960, the Commission recommended specific grants to Assam, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal due to a temporary export duty on jute. 4. Advisory Role 5. Evolution and Challenges 6. Finance Commissions to Date
1. Introduction to the State Public Service Commission (SPSC) 2. Composition of SPSC 3. Removal of Members 4. Independence of SPSC 5. Functions of SPSC 6. Limitations on SPSC’s Jurisdiction 7. Role and Scope of SPSC 8. Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) 1. Introduction 2. Composition of UPSC 3. Removal of UPSC Members 4. Independence of UPSC 5. Functions of UPSC 6. Limitations of UPSC 7. Role and Scope