Assam Cabinet Bans Aadhaar for Adults Over 18 to Curb Illegal Immigration from Bangladesh, Effective April 1, 2027

Assam Cabinet Approves Uniform Civil Code Bill Excluding Tribal Communities Under Sixth Schedule; Bill Tabled May 26

Assam's newly sworn-in Cabinet has approved a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill to be tabled on May 26, 2026. It explicitly excludes tribal populations and areas under the Sixth Schedule, focusing on marriage laws and property rights. This is a significant state-level legislative move on a nationally debated constitutional issue.

Assam Passes Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026, Excludes Scheduled Tribes (12.45% Population) From Purview

Assam becomes the third state after Uttarakhand and Gujarat to enact a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The 2026 Bill mandates common rules for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships but exempts Scheduled Tribes, raising debates on uniformity and federalism. This is a high-impact development for Polity and Governance sections, directly testing knowledge of Article 44 and Directive Principles of State Policy.

Anti-Defection Law: 10th Schedule Used in 7 AAP RS MPs' Merger, Multiple State-Level Defections Since 2014

This article analyzes the strategic use of the anti-defection law's 'two-thirds merger' provision by the BJP to engineer defections from opposition parties in various states since 2014. It highlights a pattern of political realignments, often termed 'Operation Lotus', which has impacted government stability and party structures in states like Maharashtra, Goa, and Arunachal Pradesh.

Election Commission's Role in Curbing Violence: West Bengal's Exception Amid National Progress in Electoral Conduct

This article analyzes the decline of political and electoral violence across India, notably in Bihar and Jharkhand, contrasting it with the persistent 'exception' of West Bengal. It highlights the critical role of administrative reforms, strong policing, and the Election Commission's proactive oversight in improving electoral integrity, while identifying West Bengal's entrenched cadre-based politics as a key challenge for democracy and governance.

Madhya Pradesh Sets 60-Day Panel Led by Former SC Judge Ranjana Desai to Draft Uniform Civil Code Bill

The Madhya Pradesh government has constituted a high-level committee chaired by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai to draft a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill within 60 days. This follows similar UCC enactments in Uttarakhand and Gujarat and aims to unify personal laws on marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. The move is politically significant given the state's over 21% Scheduled Tribe population and their constitutional protections under the Fifth Schedule.

Sikkim Becomes India's First Fully Paperless State Judiciary Under e-Courts Project to Enhance Access to Justice

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant declared Sikkim as the nation's first fully paperless state judiciary, a landmark achievement under the e-Courts Project. This digital transformation aims to dismantle geographical and financial barriers for litigants in mountainous terrains, marking a critical shift from physical records to a vibrant digital ecosystem essential for sustaining the rule of law.

Karnataka MLA Vinay Kulkarni Disqualified for 6 Years Under Article 191(1)(e) Following Murder Conviction

A sitting Karnataka MLA has been disqualified from the state legislature for six years following a criminal conviction, reinforcing the constitutional provisions that bar convicted lawmakers from holding office. This case highlights the application of Article 191 of the Constitution and the critical link between criminal law and electoral disqualification, a recurring theme in polity questions.

West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: BJP Leads with 194 Seats, TMC at 92 in 294-Member House

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading in 194 seats and the All India Trinamool Congress (AITMC) in 92 seats in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election results as per the Election Commission of India. This election is critical for understanding state-level political dynamics and electoral trends for competitive exams.