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The Supreme Court of India has the power to give both binding judgments and advisory opinions. These two functions are different in their legal nature, authority, and effect. The distinction is important to understand the scope of the Court’s role in the Indian constitutional framework. Nature of Decision: Advisory Opinion: Given under Article 143 of the Constitution, when the President seeks the Court’s advice on a question of law or fact of public importance. Binding Judgment: Delivered in the course of regular judici ...more

What are the implications of finding a broken IAF drone near the Indo-Pak border?

A broken Indian Air Force drone was found close to the Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan. I want to analy
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The issue of setting timelines for Presidential and Governor assent to State Bills arises due to frequent delays in granting assent, which can stall important state legislation. The Supreme Court has observed that the Constitution does not provide for fixed time limits or the idea of ‘deemed assent’ if no decision is made within a certain period. This raises both constitutional and practical challenges. Constitutional Challenges: Absence of Explicit Provision: The Constitution (Articles 200 and 201) does not specify any time frame for ...more

What are the challenges in balancing data protection laws with press freedom in India?

Press bodies have criticized the data protection law for not giving enough exemptions to journalists
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Balancing data protection laws with press freedom is a complex issue in India. While data protection is important to safeguard individual privacy, press freedom is vital for democracy and the public’s right to know. Tensions arise when these two objectives seem to conflict, especially in the context of investigative journalism. Limited Exemptions for Journalists: Recent data protection laws in India provide only narrow exemptions for journalistic activities. This can restrict journalists from accessing or publishing information that is in ...more
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The Indian Army securing Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for its new digital-print combat coat is a significant step in modernizing military attire and safeguarding innovation. This move has several broader implications for military preparedness, indigenous defence technology, and national security: Enhanced Military Preparedness IPR protection ensures that only authorized manufacturers produce the uniform, maintaining quality and standardization across the forces. Prevents counterfeit or substandard uniforms from enteri ...more

What are the possible consequences of not providing exemptions for journalists in data protection laws?

I am curious about how strict data protection rules, without special provisions for journalists, mig

How can a decline in MGNREGA employment affect rural livelihoods and the rural economy?

I want to understand the broader impact of reduced employment under MGNREGA, especially on people wh
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