The Rajamannar Commission was a three-member committee appointed by the DMK government of Tamil Nadu in 1969 to study the issue of Centre-State relations and recommend ways to strengthen state autonomy. The committee was chaired by Dr. P.V. Rajamannar, a former Chief Justice of the Madras High Court. The Rajamannar Commission submitted its report in …
Judicial review and judicial activism are two essential concepts that play a crucial role in the functioning of modern democratic societies. These terms pertain to the role of the judiciary in interpreting laws, scrutinizing the actions of the executive and legislative branches, and ensuring that justice is upheld. While both concepts are intertwined in their …
The Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) was established in 2005 by the Indian government with the mandate to examine the functioning of the Indian administration and recommend measures to enhance its efficiency, transparency, and accountability. The commission submitted its report in 2009, which contained 15 volumes and 133 recommendations covering various aspects of governance. This …
The Tenth Schedule of Indian Constitution has the provisions of Anti Defection Law. It was introduced in the year 1985 to curb the problems of political defections. The law was amended in 2003 to strengthen its provisions. It aims to ensure stability of the government in power by discouraging elected representatives from switching parties or …
Central Vigilance Commission is the apex vigilance institution, free of control from any executive authority, monitoring all vigilance activity under the Central Government. Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) was set up by the Government of India in February, 1964 on the recommendations of the Committee on Prevention of Corruption, headed by Shri K. Santhanam Committee, to …
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is India’s premier investigating agency, established in 1963 to investigate serious crimes including corruption, economic offenses, and high-profile cases that have an impact on the nation’s security. The CBI is known for its autonomy and impartiality in investigating cases of national and international importance. In this article, we will …