MPPSC MAINS 2018 Paper-II

Points to Remember: Original Jurisdiction: Cases directly filed in the Supreme Court. Appellate Jurisdiction: Cases appealed from lower courts. Advisory Jurisdiction: Opinion sought by the President on legal matters. Introduction: The Supreme Court of India, established under Part V of the Constitution of India, stands as the apex court of the nation. Its jurisdiction, meticulously … Read more

Points to Remember: The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA) Indian Penal Code (IPC) provisions related to assault, cruelty, and harassment Role of police, courts, and protection officers Challenges in implementation and enforcement Need for awareness and societal change Introduction: Domestic violence against women in India is a pervasive issue with devastating … Read more

Points to Remember: Constitutional Mandate: The NCST’s existence stems from the constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Tribes. Advisory Role: Primarily an advisory body, influencing government policy. Investigative Powers: Can investigate complaints of atrocities against Scheduled Tribes. Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitors government schemes and policies related to ST welfare. Limitations: Advisory powers, dependence on government implementation. Introduction: … Read more

Points to Remember: The State Information Commission (SIC) is a crucial body for ensuring transparency and accountability in governance at the state level. Its powers and functions are derived from the Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI Act). The effectiveness of the SIC varies across states due to factors like resource allocation, political will, and … Read more

Points to Remember: The structure and functions of rural local self-government (RLSG) in the state. Successes and failures of RLSG in achieving its objectives. Major challenges faced by RLSG, including financial constraints, capacity building issues, and political interference. Suggestions for improvement, including enhanced capacity building, financial empowerment, and improved accountability mechanisms. Introduction: Rural local self-government … Read more

Points to Remember: Key ideologies of Indian National Congress (INC) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Comparison of their core programs and policies. Analysis of their impact on Indian society and politics. Introduction: India’s political landscape is dominated by two major national parties: the Indian National Congress (INC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Understanding their … Read more

Points to Remember: The role of the judiciary in upholding fundamental rights. Mechanisms used by the judiciary to protect fundamental rights (judicial review, writ jurisdiction, public interest litigation). Limitations and challenges faced by the judiciary in fulfilling its watchdog role. The importance of an independent and impartial judiciary for the protection of fundamental rights. Suggestions … Read more

Points to Remember: Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are non-justiciable guidelines for the state. They aim to establish a social and economic democracy. Their utility lies in their aspirational nature and influence on policymaking. Criticisms include their non-enforceability and potential for conflicting interpretations. Introduction: The Indian Constitution, adopted in 1950, incorporates a unique feature: … Read more

Points to Remember: Hierarchy of Subordinate Courts in India Constitutional Basis: Articles 233-241 of the Indian Constitution State-level control and appointment of judges Jurisdiction and powers of subordinate courts Role in the Indian judicial system Introduction: The Indian judicial system is a hierarchical structure with the Supreme Court at its apex, followed by High Courts … Read more

Points to Remember: The Lokpal is an anti-corruption ombudsman. Its jurisdiction extends to investigating corruption allegations against public servants. The Lokpal’s powers include investigation, prosecution, and recommendation of punishment. There are debates surrounding its effectiveness and scope. Introduction: The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, established the office of the Lokpal in India to investigate allegations … Read more