Polity

1. Introduction to Regional Parties in India 2. Features of Regional Parties 3. Classification of Regional Parties 4. Rise of Regional Parties 5. Role of Regional Parties 6. Dysfunctions of Regional Parties 7. Impact on National and State Politics 8. Strengths of Regional Parties 9. Challenges Posed by Regional Parties 10. Influence on Identity Politics […]

1. Political Parties: Meaning and Types 2. Party Systems Globally and in India 3. Characteristics of the Indian Party System 4. Recognition of National and State Parties 5. Role of Regional Parties 6. Elections 7. Election Laws 8. Electoral Reforms 9. Voting Behaviour 10. Coalition Government 11. Anti-Defection Law 12. Pressure Groups 13. National Integration

Overview The Constitution of India provides special provisions for the administration and welfare of scheduled areas and tribal areas. Article 244 in Part X specifically envisions a unique administrative system to address the distinct needs of these areas. 1. Scheduled Areas (Fifth Schedule) The Fifth Schedule outlines the administration of scheduled areas across most Indian

Overview of Union Territories in India Reasons for Creation of Union Territories Administration of Union Territories Specific Provisions for Selected Union Territories Administrative Setup and Powers Comparison of Union Territories with States Aspect States Union Territories Governance Structure Federal with state autonomy Unitary under central control Legislative Powers Limited intervention by Parliament Parliament can legislate

1. Introduction to Urban Local Government in India 2. Evolution of Urban Local Bodies 3. 74th Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) 4. Powers and Functions of Municipalities 5. Types of Urban Governments 6. Municipal Personnel Systems 7. Municipal Revenue Sources 8. Committees for Planning 9. Central Council of Local Government 10. Reservation and Duration of Municipalities

1. Introduction to Panchayati Raj 2. Evolution of Panchayati Raj in India 3. Constitutionalization of Panchayati Raj 4. Structure of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) 5. Reservation of Seats 6. Duration and Functions of Panchayats 7. Financial Provisions 8. State Election Commission 9. Provisions of the PESA Act (1996) 10. Challenges and Issues in Panchayati Raj

Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution Fundamental Rights, laid out in Part III (Articles 12–35) of the Indian Constitution, are essential protections guaranteed to individuals and form the cornerstone of political democracy. Inspired by the U.S. Constitution, these rights aim to prevent authoritarian rule and uphold equality, dignity, and justice for all. 1. Right to

1. Meaning and Significance of Citizenship 2. Single Citizenship 3. Constitutional Provisions on Citizenship (Articles 5-11) 4. Citizenship Act, 1955 5. Loss of Citizenship 6. Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) 7. Special Provisions and Amendments 8. Key Differences: NRI, PIO, and OCI Cardholders 9. Rights and Privileges of OCI Cardholders 10. Revocation of OCI Cardholder

1. Union of States 2. Articles Related to Union Territory 3. Evolution of States and Union Territories 4. Creation of New States and Territories (Post-1956) 5. Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Reorganization (2019) 6. Special Provisions and Amendments 7. Key Examples and Illustrations 8. Modes of Acquiring Territories India, as a sovereign state, can acquire

1. Introduction to the Preamble 2. Text of the Preamble 3. Key Ingredients of the Preamble 4. Key Terms in the Preamble 5. Objectives of the Constitution 6. Significance of the Preamble 7. Judicial Perspective on the Preamble 8. Components and Meaning of Key Terms in the Preamble 9. Significance of the Preamble in Constitutional