India · 20242024

New civil-aviation law that replaced the Aircraft Act, 1934, modernising regulation of aircraft and air navigation.

Why it matters: Example of replacing colonial-era statutes; relevant for Economy (aviation) and Governance.

Anti-paper-leak law to curb cheating and organised malpractice in public examinations conducted by bodies such as UPSC, SSC, RRB, IBPS and the NTA.

Why it matters: Directly relevant to every aspirant; key for Governance and current affairs on exam integrity and the NEET-UG/NTA row.

The "One Nation, One Election" bill to hold Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections together; introduced in December 2024 and referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee.

Why it matters: Flagship electoral-reform debate; core Polity topic on federalism, elections and constitutional amendment for UPSC and State PSC.

This bill aims to regulate merchant shipping activities in India.

Why it matters: Important for maritime commerce and trade regulations.

This bill aims to promote and regulate coastal shipping in India.

Why it matters: Relevant for coastal trade and shipping policies.

This bill aims to regulate the issuance and use of bills of lading in shipping.

Why it matters: Important for understanding shipping documentation and law.

This bill aims to regulate the carriage of goods by sea.

Why it matters: Relevant for maritime law and trade.

This bill seeks to amend existing railway laws to improve services and operations.

Why it matters: Important for understanding railway policies and infrastructure.