Rajasthan OBC Commission Report 2026

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Rajasthan State Other Backward Classes (Political Representation) Commission has presented its long-awaited report to the Chief Minister of the state, Mr Bhajan Lal Sharma. The report highlights the political representation of the OBCs in Rajasthan and recommends reservation in Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). The report notes that significant political representation has been provided to only 10-11 OBC communities, with many other backward communities not being represented. The report will now serve as the basis for...
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Rajasthan Government to Receive OBC Commission Report Today

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The Rajasthan OBC (Political) Commission is expected to present its eagerly awaited report to the Rajasthan Government on 5 August 2026. The report will be used as a reference to fix reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBC) in the upcoming Panchayat and Urban Local Body (Municipal) elections. The Commission has asked for time from Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma to submit the report formally. Key Highlights table[border] th, table[border] td { border:1px solid #000; } Aspect Details Survey Start Date...
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Rajasthan Assembly Unveils New Emblem and Renames 13 Gates

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The Governor of Rajasthan, Mr Haribhau Bagde and the Speaker of the Assembly, Mr Vasudev Devnani unveiled the new emblem of Rajasthan Legislative Assembly and inaugurated the naming plaques of 13 gates on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Assembly. The event put the beginning of the Amrit Mahotsav of the Assembly. New emblem symbolizes the democratic values, cultural identity and the dignity of the constitution of Rajasthan. It comprises symbols—like Assembly building, Ashoka Pillar, Godawan, Khejri tree...
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Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani to represent the state in 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Barbados

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  Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani will represent Rajasthan in the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC). Conference will be held in Barbados from 5–12 October 2025. He will present a paper on strengthening democracy and parliamentary systems at the conference. He will also highlight innovations and reforms introduced in Rajasthan Legislative Assembly in recent years. Devnani will also visit the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Headquarters in London and interact with officials. Detailed Explanation (For RAS Aspirants) Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference...
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Rajasthan to Conduct Urban Local Body Elections in Nov-Dec 2025 Without Dissolving Existing Boards

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Sector: Governance & Administration Subject: Urban Local Body Elections in Rajasthan The Rajasthan government is planning to hold elections for all urban local bodies (ULBs) in the state between November and December 2025. A major hurdle is that 91 municipal bodies (ULBs) still have their terms ending in January-February 2026, so legal dissolution of these boards isn't feasible. The government is considering conducting elections without dissolving these boards, and new boards will take over only after the current terms expire....
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Maharashtra Scraps Three-Language Policy in Primary Classes Amid Controversy

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The three-language policy of Maharashtra in first five classes has been abolished due to the rampant criticisms of political parties, activists and academicians. A committee implemented by the state decided on whether and where the policy ought to be reintroduced. It is a welcomed verdict to opponents of Hindi imposition. Nevertheless, the issue concerning the role and further implementation of the panel still exists. The decision leads to regional sensitivities concerning language in the education policy. Context After continuous protest,...
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Justice Shriram Appointed Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court

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Category: Polity & Judiciary (Judicial Appointments) Summary Points: Supreme Court Collegium approved transfer of Justice S.R. Shriram Appointed as Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court Previously Chief Justice of Madras High Court Will assume charge before 21 June 2024   Detailed Explanation (RAS Mains Oriented) The Supreme Court Collegium has approved the transfer of Justice S. R. Shriram, currently the Chief Justice of Madras High Court, to the Rajasthan High Court. He will take charge as Chief Justice of Rajasthan...
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141 New Gram Panchayats and 4 Panchayat Committees Formed in Jaipur: Major Restructuring of Rural Governance

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  Category: Governance and Rural Administration – Rajasthan   Shortest Summary Points: Jaipur district to have 598 Gram Panchayats, up from 466. Four new Panchayat Samitis: Rampura Dabdi, Chaumu, Amarsar, Banskho. Jamwaramgarh becomes the largest Panchayat Samiti post-reorganization. Tunga becomes the smallest with only 17 Gram Panchayats.   Detailed Explanation for RAS Mains (in short points): Context and Background The Panchayati Raj system in Rajasthan functions at three levels – Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti, and Gram Panchayat. Periodic reorganization ensures...
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Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 Challenged in SC: Alleged ‘Creeping Acquisition’ of Minority Property

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Category: Polity & Governance / Minority Rights / Constitutional Law   Overview – Short Summary Points The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, is being challenged in the Supreme Court. Petitioners argue it enables the state to take over Muslim Waqf properties without compensation. Section 3C and 3D of the Act are cited as unconstitutional and discriminatory. Court hearing for interim stay is underway; government will present its counter soon.   Detailed Explanation for RAS Mains Context: The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025,...
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PM Divyasha Kendra Inaugurated in Kota: Empowering Divyangjans Through Dignity, Devices, and Inclusion

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Category: Social Justice / Disability Welfare / Governance Initiatives Summary Points: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the PM Divyasha Kendra at MBS Hospital, Kota. Centre aims to enhance self-confidence, dignity, and self-reliance among Divyangjans. Announcement of a ₹15 crore Divyangjan Park in Kota with inclusive recreational facilities. Over 200 beneficiaries received mobility and assistive aids during the launch. Rajasthan gets its third PM Divyasha Centre equipped with 32 types of assistive devices.     Detailed Explanation (RAS Mains-Relevant): Inauguration...
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White Revolution Phase-II Launched in Alwar: 700 New Dairies, ₹175 Cr Investment, and Empowered Livelihoods

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Category: Rural Economy / Dairy Sector / Cooperative Movement / State Development Initiatives Summary Points: CM Bhajanlal Sharma launched Phase-II of the White Revolution and celebrated Alwar Dugdh Sangh Diwas. Foundation stone laid for ₹23 Cr Sillisedh Drinking Water Project. Announcement of 700 new dairies in Alwar and ₹175 Cr investment for 5 lakh litre dairy plant by NDDB. Women’s participation in dairy sector highlighted; economic empowerment linked to cooperatives. Unveiling of Maharana Pratap’s statue and inauguration of dairy products....
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Rajasthan Panchayati Raj By-Elections on 26 May: Full Schedule Announced

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Category: Governance & Panchayati Raj   Shortest Summary Points: By-elections to be held on 26 May 2025 in Ajmer district. Vacant posts from Panchayat Samitis and Ward Panchs to be filled. Model Code of Conduct enforced. Nominations open from 9 to 14 May, withdrawal till 16 May. Counting of votes on 27 May. Detailed Explanation for RAS Aspirants (Short Points): What & Where: By-elections are being conducted for vacant posts in Panchayati Raj institutions in Ajmer district of Rajasthan, including...
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Supreme Court Stays Deportation of J&K Family Facing Removal to Pakistan

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  News Category: Polity & Governance / India-Pakistan Relations / Judiciary In a humanitarian intervention, the Supreme Court of India has ordered the Centre to refrain from deporting a Jammu & Kashmir-based family to Pakistan until their identity and documentation are thoroughly verified. Summary in Bullet Points: The Supreme Court intervened to stop the deportation of six members of a Kashmiri family. The family alleged they were taken to the Wagah border despite holding Indian passports and Aadhaar cards. Deportation...
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Panel on Simultaneous Polls to Seek Views from Film Personalities

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Description The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the proposal for simultaneous elections is set to engage with diverse societal groups, including celebrities from the Hindi and regional film industries, during its visits to Mumbai and Dehradun between May 17 and 22, 2025. This is part of a broader outreach to gather public opinion on the proposed legislation. Summary The JPC on simultaneous polls will tour Mumbai and Dehradun from May 17-22. It aims to interact with celebrities from the Hindi...
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Reminder to President and Governors: Uphold the Constitution

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Source: The Hindu Description The article underscores the constitutional duty of the President and Governors to act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers, as mandated in India’s parliamentary system. Reaffirming this principle, the Supreme Court in State of Tamil Nadu v. Governor of Tamil Nadu (2025) emphasized that these constitutional authorities are not supreme executives but formal heads. The Indian system, as envisioned by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, explicitly rejected the American-style Presidential system. The article calls...
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RTI Act Amendment Will Not Restrict Transparency, Says Minister Vaishnaw

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  SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description (English) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw clarified that the upcoming amendment to the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, through the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, will not hinder public access to personal information where transparency is required. He emphasized balancing the right to privacy and the right to information. However, civil society and activists argue that the changes could weaken the RTI framework, limiting access to crucial information about subsidies and governance. Key...
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SC Slams Tamil Nadu Governor Over Delay in Assent to Bills

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description The Supreme Court strongly criticized Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi for delaying assent on 10 re-passed Bills, calling his actions unconstitutional. The court held that once a Bill is passed, the Governor must act within a fixed timeline, as outlined under Article 200 of the Constitution. The court emphasized that a Governor should be a guide to the State, not an obstacle, and ruled that indefinite delay or “pocket veto” is not permitted. It also...
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Jagadesh Kumar Retires as UGC Chairman After Key Educational Reforms

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description  Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar has retired as Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) after serving since February 2022. Known for championing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, he introduced key reforms including recognition of foreign qualifications and greater academic flexibility. One major move during his tenure was replacing the UGC-CARE journal list with a new evaluation system. He also pushed for multidisciplinary learning and student autonomy in higher education, reflecting the spirit of NEP. Key...
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Parliament Passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 After Intense Debate

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description (English): The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 was passed by Parliament after a 14-hour debate in the Rajya Sabha, with 128 votes in favor and 95 against. The government defended the bill as a move to ensure transparency in Waqf property administration, while the Opposition claimed it marginalizes the Muslim community. A controversial provision allowing non-Muslim members in the Waqf Board and Central Waqf Council was hotly debated but ultimately retained. The government stressed that these...
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Supreme Court Urges Timely Action by Speakers on Defection Cases

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description (English): The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for Speakers of Legislative Assemblies to act promptly on defection cases under the Tenth Schedule. This comes amid a pattern of ruling parties delaying disqualification proceedings, with recent examples in Telangana, Maharashtra, and Manipur. While the Court maintains that it cannot dictate the outcome of such decisions, it can compel the Speaker to act within a reasonable time. Despite previous judgments and recommendations to shift disqualification powers...
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Supreme Court Urges Timely Action by Speakers on Defection Cases

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description (English): The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for Speakers of Legislative Assemblies to act promptly on defection cases under the Tenth Schedule. This comes amid a pattern of ruling parties delaying disqualification proceedings, with recent examples in Telangana, Maharashtra, and Manipur. While the Court maintains that it cannot dictate the outcome of such decisions, it can compel the Speaker to act within a reasonable time. Despite previous judgments and recommendations to shift disqualification powers...
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Ahead of BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok, doubts persist over Modi-Yunus meeting

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  Summary: The 6th BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) summit is set to be held in Bangkok on April 4, 2025. It will be the first in-person summit since 2018, with the previous summit held virtually in 2022. The theme for this year’s summit is "prosperous, resilient, and open BIMSTEC." The summit is expected to result in the adoption of the 5th BIMSTEC Declaration and the signing of an agreement on maritime transport cooperation....
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Speaker cannot be ‘indecisive’ on pleas over defection: SC

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Summary The Supreme Court, in a hearing on petitions filed by Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders, addressed the issue of Speaker's indecision on disqualification petitions under the anti-defection law (Tenth Schedule). The petitions concerned 10 Telangana MLAs who had shifted allegiance to the ruling Congress party. Justice B.R. Gavai remarked that the courts are not "powerless" if a Speaker chooses to remain indecisive. He emphasized that while courts cannot direct a Speaker on how to decide, they can insist on...
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