Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025 Context: Introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the Lok Sabha on August 20, 2025. Purpose: To address ambiguity regarding the tenure of ministers arrested for serious criminal offenses. Key Provisions: Automatic removal of ministers arrested for serious crimes beyond 30 days; clarification on office tenure. Impact: Enhances political stability and deters misuse of power. Way Forward: Smooth implementation with public awareness and state alignment. Key Terms & Explanations: Amendment: Article 368 allows Parliament to amend the Constitution. Major amendments include 42nd and 44th. Process may require two-thirds majority in both Houses and, for some provisions, ratification by half of state legislatures. Lok Sabha: Lower house of Parliament, directly elected by citizens. Responsible for introducing bills, scrutinizing government. First Lok Sabha met in 1952. Tenure of Ministers: ...
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