[Indepth] One Nation One Election – Pros and Cons
The 'One Nation, One Election' initiative in India proposes the synchronization of elections for the Lok Sabha and all state assemblies to occur simul…
Polity
Model Code of Conduct
The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India to ensure free and fair elections in…
ECI releases Electoral Bonds Data
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released data on electoral bonds following directives from the Supreme Court of India. This initiative aims to enhance…
Panel Recommends Roadmap for Simultaneous Elections in India
The initiative for simultaneous elections in India, led by a panel with the Law Commission sharing a comprehensive roadmap, aims at the synchronization of Lok…
V-Dem Institute’s Democracy Report 2024
The V-Dem Institute’s Democracy Report 2024 provides an extensive overview of the global state of democracy, highlighting a worrying trend of autocratization affecting 42 countries,…
[Indepth] What is Electoral Bonds Scheme & the recent SC ruling
The Electoral Bond Scheme, introduced in India in 2017, aimed to revolutionize political funding by allowing anonymous donations to political parties …
Centre Notifies Rules for Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) Implementation
The Centre’s notification of rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) on March 11, 2024, sets forth the framework for granting Indian citizenship to undocumented…
Multi-member Election Commission
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body established in 1950, responsible for conducting and regulating elections throughout India. A significant change occurred…
Indelible Ink for Lok Sabha 2024 Polls
The indelible ink used in the Lok Sabha 2024 polls is supplied by Mysore Paints and Varnish Ltd (MPVL), the sole supplier for such ink…
