[Polity] What are the main functions of the Judiciary?

Administration of justice is the primary function of the judiciary. However, the judiciary performs

[Governance] Administrative Relations between the Centre and States in India

• In the sphere of administrative relations also the Constitution shows a distinct leaning in favour of the Union. It provides for a dual polity. Each State has its own government and administration which exercises administrative powers in respect of the subjects

[Governance] Defying Election Commission : How to handle it?

• Some of the influential leaders have always been defying the election commission’s Code of Conduct and its orders.

• This is also said to be a corrupt practice and violation of law.

[Governance] Vacancies in Key Posts : What is the impact?

• For some time now concerns are being expressed in several quarters about the vacancies in key posts in government institutions. Like Chief Information Commissioner, Central Vigilance Commissioner, Vigilance Commissioner, High Court judges and police department.

• The post of CIC has been vacant since 5 weeks.