Tag: federalism
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Constitution Timelines: Stalin Calls for Governor Bill-Approval Fix after Supreme Court Advisory
Stalin presses for constitutional fix amid Supreme Court advisory In the wake of a Supreme Court advisory opinion on a Presidential Reference, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin asserted that the struggle for state rights and genuine federalism would continue. Speaking on Friday, November 21, 2025, Stalin reiterated his demand for a constitutional mechanism that…
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Stalin Intensifies Push for Constitutional Amendment to Fast-Track Bills Through Governors
Stalin demands constitutional change to speed up legislative process In the wake of a Supreme Court advisory opinion on the Presidential Reference, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin pressed his case for a constitutional amendment that would fix clear timelines for governors to clear bills passed by state legislatures. Speaking to reporters and party cadres…
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Stalin pushes for Constitutional amendment to set Governor bill-clearance timelines amid federalism debate
State Rights and Federalism at the Forefront Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin has intensified the conversation around governance and federalism by urging action on constitutional reform. A day after the Supreme Court delivered an advisory opinion on a Presidential Reference, Stalin asserted that the struggle for state autonomy and true federalism…
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NDA’s Bihar Win Sends Ripples Across India’s Political Landscape
Overview: A landmark victory amid shifting political currents The National Democratic Alliance’s landslide win in Bihar, reminiscent of its 2010 surge, has set off a wave of analysis about its potential to reshape national politics. While Bihar’s electoral theater is distinct in its local issues—development, caste arithmetic, agricultural distress, and governance—its outcome is unlikely to…
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Australia’s Democratic Peculiarities: A Close-Up on Our Unique System
Introduction: A Nation Proud of Its Democratic Quirks Australia’s democratic system stands apart in small but meaningful ways. From the ritual of the democracy sausage to the quiet, orderly ballot box, many Australians feel a familiar pride in how their political system operates. Yet beneath the surface lies a complex structure with peculiarities that shape…
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Major Constitutional Amendments in Pakistan: A 50-Year Overview
Introduction: A Half-Century of Constitutional Change Over the past 50 years, Pakistan’s Constitution has undergone numerous amendments reflecting shifts between civilian governments and military rule, as well as evolving notions of democracy, federalism, and the balance of powers. In total, 26 formal amendments have shaped the legal and political landscape, influencing how the state is…
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PTI Protests Storm Parliament Over 27th Amendment and Provincial Autonomy
Overview: PTI’s Stance on the 27th Constitutional Amendment The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) parliamentary party has announced a robust strategy to oppose the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment. The party frames the amendment as a direct challenge to provincial autonomy and warns that the current legislature has ceded essential powers without adequate consensus. PTI leaders say the…
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PTI Rallies to Challenge 27th Constitutional Amendment Linked to Provincial Autonomy
Introduction: PTI Opposition to the 27th Constitutional Amendment The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) parliamentary party announced a determined opposition to the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment, signaling a campaign of protests both inside and outside the National Assembly. Framing the amendment as an encroachment on provincial autonomy, PTI leaders argued that the measure would undermine the constitutional…
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PTI Protests 27th Amendment: Attack on Provincial Autonomy
Overview: PTI protests against the 27th Constitutional Amendment The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) parliamentary party announced plans to stage robust protests both inside Parliament and on the streets in response to the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment. Party leaders argue that the measure represents a serious encroachment on provincial autonomy and undermines the balance of powers between…
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Trump Urges Supreme Court to Allow National Guard Deployment in Chicago
Overview President Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to allow the National Guard to be deployed in Chicago, escalating a high-stakes legal battle over presidential power and federal troop deployment on U.S. soil. The emergency filing comes as the administration presses to use the Guard in multiple cities, a move that has faced resistance…