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Context ∙ Several states had flagged the malfunctioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls according to documents obtained through the Right to Information. Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) ∙ Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) is a simple electronic device used to record votes in place of ballot papers and boxes which were

In Context ∙ The Supreme Court has struck down the Electoral Bonds Scheme. About the Judgement ∙ The apex court said that the Scheme is violative of the Right to Information under Article 19(1)(a). They also infringe on the principle of free and fair elections as stipulated in the constitution. ∙ SC also quashed the

In Context ∙ The Supreme Court mentioned that it would not entertain letters of adjournment from lawyers in bail and anticipatory bail cases for which notice had been earlier issued by the court. What is Adjournment? ∙ Letters of adjournment are last-minute requests by parties for postponement of cases listed before a Bench of the

Context: ∙ Recently, Alaskapox, a rare virus causing mild illnesses, has been reported from Alaska. About the Alaskapox: ∙ Alaskapox Virus (AKPV) is an orthopoxvirus that was first identified in 2015. ∙ It mainly has been found in small mammals, including red-backed voles and shrews. But pets, such as dogs and cats, may also carry

In Context ∙ The Delhi High Court sought the Union Government response on a petition by a couple challenging the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021. About ∙ The couple approached the court after the State medical boardrefused to issue them the required certificate for the procedure on the ground that the woman had “crossed the upper

In Context ∙ The 17th Lok Sabha held its sessions between June 2019 and February 2024. About ∙ In the five years, Lok Sabha functioned for 88% of its scheduled time, while Rajya Sabha worked for 73%. Key Bills Passed Include: ∙ The Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023, the J&K Reorganisation Bill, 2019, the Appointment of

Context:  ∙ A rating system for the hospitality sector has become a non-starter with no State opting for it as of now. Swachhata Green Leaf Rating ∙ The ranking scheme was launched in November 2023 by the Union Tourism Ministry in collaboration with the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. ∙ The rating will be

In News ∙ The  22nd Law Commission of India has submitted its Report No. 286 titled “A Comprehensive Review of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897″ to the Government of India. About the Epidemic Diseases Act(EDA), 1897 ∙ It was formulated pre-independence mainly to control plague ∙ It provides for prevention of the spread of “dangerous