Introduction The Governor plays a crucial role in the Indian political system as the constitutional head of a state. Acting as a link between the Union and State Governments, the Governor is entrusted with maintaining the federal balance by ensuring that the state functions within the framework of the Constitution. While the Governor is the…
The Legislative Council, also known as the Vidhan Parishad, is the upper house of a state’s legislature in India. It is provided for under Article 169 of the Indian Constitution. However, not all states have a Legislative Council; only a few states, such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, currently have one. The creation or…
The Inter-State Council (ISC) is one of the significant constitutional bodies in India that plays a crucial role in promoting cooperative federalism. Established by the President under Article 263 of the Indian Constitution, the ISC aims to facilitate coordination and cooperation between the Centre and the states and among the states themselves. Its primary role…
Introduction In the federal structure of India, the role of the Chief Minister (CM) and the Governor in each state plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the government. While the Governor is the ceremonial head of the state and represents the President of India, the Chief Minister is the real executive…
The position of Chief Secretary in any Indian state is a significant one, with considerable influence on the functioning of the state administration. This holds particularly true for Uttar Pradesh, one of the largest and most populous states in India. The Chief Secretary (CS) is the highest-ranking officer in the state civil services and acts…
The Advocate General (AG) is the highest legal officer of a state in India, whose role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth administration of justice and providing expert legal advice to the state government. In Uttar Pradesh, as in other states, the AG’s appointment and functions are constitutionally mandated under Article 165 of the Indian…
Uttar Pradesh, India’s most populous state, has long been a microcosm of the nation’s political diversity. While national parties such as the Indian National Congress (INC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have historically dominated the state’s political landscape, the emergence and consolidation of regional parties over the past few decades have significantly transformed the…