The Union Government has recently moved a Constitutional Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha that proposes to restore the power of states and Union Territories to make their OBC lists for the purpose of reservation in jobs and educational institutes. It has been commonly referred to as the Constitution (127th Constitutional Amendment Bill). The bill was passed on 10 August 2021 with 385 members voting in support and no member opposing it in Lok Sabha. The Bill was passed unanimously by the Rajya Sabha as well on 11 August 2021.
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The Bar Council of India has released the Draft of the Advocates Protection Bill 2021 to safeguard the interest of advocates and their families keeping in mind the challenges faced by them during the course of their profession. The killing of a Telangana-based lawyer and his wife may be considered as one of the contributing factor behind such proposal. The main reason behind the proposal is unclear but the recent spike in assaults, kidnappings, intimidation, and constant threats highlights the need of the Bill.
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The UP Government led by Shri Yogi Adityanath has recently laid down a draft of population control legislation titled as Uttar Pradesh Population (Control, Stabilisation, and Welfare) Bill, envisioned for the period 2021-2030 on the occasion of World Population Day. The proposal aims to address the issue of rapid population growth through various incentives thereby promoting two child norms. Suggestions from the general public have been invited till July 19, 2021, to make certain changes.
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