GS Paper II · Elections & Bodies
Constitutional Bodies Current Affairs for UPSC (GS Paper II)
From the syllabus: Salient features of the Representation of People's Act; appointment to various constitutional posts, powers, functions of constitutional bodies; statutory, regulatory and quasi-judicial bodies
Why it matters: Questions focus on the financial and operational autonomy of oversight institutions meant to uphold democratic accountability and governance standards.
In the news
September 2026
29 Sep 2026
CAG Audit Unearths Irregularities in Odisha District Mineral Foundation FundsA Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit report revealed that funds under the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) in Odisha were utilized for inadmissible projects and executed in areas not directly affected by mining operations. The...
18 Sep 2026
Parliamentary Panel Criticizes Railway Passenger Amenities and Bio-ToiletsThe Public Accounts Committee (PAC) pulled up the Indian Railways over persistent gaps in basic passenger amenities, referencing a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit that found 96% of surveyed stations had deficient...
01 Sep 2026
Debates Rise Over Equity and Efficiency in 16th Finance Commission MandateEconomists and policy experts have highlighted concerns regarding the balancing act between economic efficiency and inter-state equity for the 16th Finance Commission. As revenue distribution formulas are finalized, critics emphasize...
August 2026
31 Aug 2026
Sixteenth Finance Commission and the Equity Debate in Fiscal FederalismExperts have highlighted growing concerns regarding the mandate of the Sixteenth Finance Commission, warning against a drift away from its core role as an equalizing force among states. The balance between rewarding fiscal efficiency of...
22 Aug 2026
National Commission for Safai Karmacharis Pushes for Grievance Line and Wage ParityThe National Commission for Safai Karmacharis (NCSK) announced plans to introduce a dedicated grievance registration line for sanitation workers across the country. The Commission is also engaging with the Union Labour Ministry to raise...
21 Aug 2026
CAG Audit Highlights Flaws in National Mission for a Green IndiaA Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit of the National Mission for a Green India (GIM) revealed that execution has heavily prioritized tree plantation counts over holistic ecosystem restoration. The audit noted significant...
16 Aug 2026
CAG Detects E. Coli in Railway Station Drinking WaterThe Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has flagged severe violations of drinking water quality norms at several railway stations across the country. The audit revealed the presence of E. coli bacteria in water samples meant...
Practise Constitutional Bodies
10 of our latest questions on this topic (out of 15).
Question 1 of 10
Which constitutional authority audited the passenger amenities in Indian Railways, revealing major deficiencies in bio-toilets across stations?
Previous years' questions
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