Which are the major tribes in India? The nature of what constitutes an Indian tribe and the very nature of tribes have changed considerably over centuries. This post is about the major tribes in India - with a population of more than 10,000. What is a tribe? A tribe is a social division in a … [Read more...] about Major Tribes in India: State-wise compilation
Indian Polity Notes
Anti-Defection Law: Is it time for reconsideration?
In this post, we discuss the Anti-Defection Law which has been part of the Indian Constitution since 1985. The law sets the provisions for disqualification of elected members on the grounds of defection to another political party (Eg: If elected MPs of Congress shift their allegiance to BJP or vice … [Read more...] about Anti-Defection Law: Is it time for reconsideration?
Ragging in India: How to prevent?
This small write-up covers the different aspects related to ragging in India including the psyche behind ragging, rights issue and the steps that can be taken to prevent ragging. Read further to know more. What is ragging? Ragging is defined as an act that violates or is perceived to violate an … [Read more...] about Ragging in India: How to prevent?
Types of Majorities Used in the Indian Parliament – Absolute, Effective, Simple, and Special Majority
What is the difference between the absolute majority and effective majority? How is the simple majority different from the special majority required by article 368? Confusing questions! The majority required to pass a resolution, motion, or a bill varies depending upon the purpose. As this is … [Read more...] about Types of Majorities Used in the Indian Parliament – Absolute, Effective, Simple, and Special Majority
When Does a Bill Lapse in Indian Parliament?
We sometimes read news about lapsed bills with respect to the Indian Parliament as well as State Legislatures. But when does a bill lapse? Normally, bills lapse in connection with the dissolution of the Lok Sabha or the State Legislative Assembly. But there are multiple sub-cases regarding this. In … [Read more...] about When Does a Bill Lapse in Indian Parliament?
Adjournment, Prorogation, and Dissolution: Know the Difference
We often see the terms Adjournment, Prorogation, and Dissolution in news. How are these terms different? In this post, let us learn the differences between certain terms related to the sessions of Parliament. The terms we deal here include - summoning, adjournment, adjournment sine die, … [Read more...] about Adjournment, Prorogation, and Dissolution: Know the Difference
NITI Aayog: The new ‘think-tank’ to replace Planning Commission
Government of India has replaced the old planning commission started in 1950 with a new institution called NITI Aayog on 1 January 2015. It works under the chairmanship of Prime Minister. NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) will seek to provide a critical directional and … [Read more...] about NITI Aayog: The new ‘think-tank’ to replace Planning Commission
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
We had discussed Central Schemes and Centrally Sponsored Schemes in our earlier posts. Candidates appearing for most exams (like those conducted by UPSC, SSC or PSCs) have to understand the details of various schemes. In this post, let's see how to get a grasp of the most recent scheme of the … [Read more...] about Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
Officers of the State Legislature (Articles 178 to 187)
In this post under Clear IAS polity series on Indian Constitution, we discuss the Officers of the State Legislature. We have so far covered till Article 177 of Indian Constitution (previous posts can be accessed from the link Clear IAS Free Online Study Materials →Indian Polity Study Materials). In … [Read more...] about Officers of the State Legislature (Articles 178 to 187)
The State Legislature – in General (Article 168-177)
This post on the State Legislature is a part of Clear IAS polity series on Indian Constitution, covering all the important topics from Article 1 to Article 395. Posts so far published under this series are linked directly under their respective chapters and parts. Our goal is to cover Indian … [Read more...] about The State Legislature – in General (Article 168-177)
