Daily Current Affairs โ 27 May 2026
Daily Current Affairs ยท 27 May 2026
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Polity: 6 ยท Economy: 3 ยท IR: 1
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UPSC Current Affairs MCQ โ 27 May 2026
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๐ฐ Today’s Top 5 Current Affairs
#01
Polity
Polity
High-Level Committee on Demographic Change
๐ฐ Why in News
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially constituted a "High-Level Committee to study demographic changes arising from illegal immigration and other abnormal reasons."
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Quick Facts
- The panel, tasked with delivering actionable policy solutions aims to address what the government characterises as a critical challenge to nationalโฆ
- Chairmanship: The panel is headed by Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar
- Tenure and Deadlines: The committee has been directed to submit its final report within one year (by May 2027)
- Main Objectives and Terms of Reference (ToR): Scientific Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive
- Granular Community Analysis: Analyze structural population fluctuations at the level of specific religious and social communities
- Inter-State Coordination: Propose a comprehensive policy framework designed to enhance operational coordination between Central and State governmentsโฆ
- Permanent Deportation Framework: Recommend a streamlined
- Border Management and Monitoring: Formulate robust institutional mechanisms to strengthen border management
- Safeguarding Internal Security and Sovereignty: Unchecked infiltration across porous eastern borders represents a silent demographic invasion
- States sharing porous international borders with Bangladeshsuch as West Bengal
๐ Key Numbers & Data
- exhibited decadal growth rates ranging from 29% to over 40% statistical anomalies that
- growth rates ranging from 29% to over 40% statistical anomalies that cannot be
- stabilization and decline (expected around 2060-2070). North-South Divide: Southern India
- 60+) will rise sharply from 149 million (10.5%) today to 347 million (20.8%) by 2050.
- 149 million (10.5%) today to 347 million (20.8%) by 2050. Without rapid skill development
๐๏ธ Key Stakeholders
Supreme CourtMinistry of Home Affairs
#02
Polity
Polity
Article 355 & Breakdown of Constitutional Machinery
๐ฐ Why in News
Citing post-poll violence in Birbhum district
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Quick Facts
- The petitioner has asked for imposition of Article 355 on account of breakdown of constitutional machinery.
- Article 355 refers to the provision in the Constitution that states that "It shall be the duty of the Union to protect every State against externalโฆ
- The Article 355 is part of emergency provisions contained in Part XVIII of the Constitution of India, from Article 352 to 360.
- It is this duty in the performance of which the centre takes over the government of a state under Article 356 in case of failure or breakdown ofโฆ
- This is popularly known as 'President's Rule'.
- Grounds of imposition: the president's ruler can be proclaimed under Article 356 on two grounds: Article 356 empowers the President to issue aโฆ
- Article 365 says that whenever a state fails to comply with or to give effect to any direction from the centre
- He can take up the functions of the state government and powers vested in the governor or any other executive authority in the state.
- He can declare that the powers of the state legislature are to be exercised by the parliament.
- He can take all other necessary steps including the suspension of the constitutional provisions relating to any body or authority in the state.
#03
Economy
Economy
Decline in Indiaโs Total Fertility Rate
๐ฐ Why in News
The Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021 has revealed a steep decline in India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) over the decades.
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Quick Facts
- This raises concerns about socio-economic and political repercussions, particularly in southern states.
- India's Fertility Trends : India's TFR dropped from 6.18 in the 1950s to 1.9 in 2021, below the replacement level of 2.1
- By 2036, Kerala's aged population is expected to surpass children (23%)
- The demographic shift was driven by high literacy, women's empowerment , and advances in social and health sectors.
- Socio-Economic and Cultural Factors : India has one of the oldest birth control/family planning programs
- The availability and social acceptance of abortions have likely contributed to the falling fertility rates.
- More young people are moving abroad for education and jobs , settling there, which reduces fertility rates in India.
- Total Fertility Rate (TFR): The TFR is the average number of children a group of women would have by the end of their reproductive years (ages 15 toโฆ
- A TFR lower than 2.1, however, can lead to negative population growth, potentially causing long-term demographic challenges, including an ageingโฆ
- Aging Populations : With fewer births and longer life expectancy , the population is aging rapidly
๐ Key Numbers & Data
- population is expected to surpass children (23%). High labor wages , quality of life , and
- woman from 2.2 children per woman (NFHS- 4 (2015-16) . Replacement Level: A TFR of 2.1 is
- people aged 60 years or above, comprising 10.5% of the total population. By 2050, this
- is expected to surge to 347 million, or 20.8% of the population. Economic Impact : A
- working parents. Raising a child costs Rs. 30 lakhs to Rs. 1.2 crores, deterring many
๐ฏ UPSC Relevance
Analyze the impact of declining fertility rates on India's socio-economic structure.
#04
IR
IR
New Deportation Policy for Illegal Migrants
๐ฐ Why in News
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has formulated a new comprehensive deportation policy to expedite the identification and deportation of illegal migrants, particularly from Bangladesh and Myanmar.
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Quick Facts
- The new deportation policy focuses on faster identification and removal of illegal migrants through institutional mechanisms
- The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 consolidates India's immigration laws, strengthens monitoring of foreigners, and introduces stricterโฆ
- District-Level Special Task Force: States must set up a special task force in each district to detect, identify, and deport undocumented migrants
- These centres must not be run from jails . Private buildings can be hired if government land is unavailable.
- Basic amenities like separate enclosures for men and women, open spaces, LPG connections, medical dispensaries, and ambulances must be ensured.
- Crucially, members of the same family should not be separated and must be housed together.
- Deported individuals will be "blacklisted" by the Bureau of Immigration to prevent future entry.
- Inadvertent crossers, if found innocent after interrogation, may be handed over to the border guarding forces of the respective countries rather thanโฆ
- Historical Context of Illegal Migration into India: Illegal migration into India has evolved over time
- Since the 1990s, porous borders with Bangladesh and Myanmar, along with economic disparities, environmental stress, and political instability, haveโฆ
#05
Polity
Polity
Assam Accord Road Map
๐ฐ Why in News
The Assam government plans to develop a road map for implementing the recommendations of the Justice Biplab Kumar Sharma Committee regarding Clause 6 of the Assam Accord by 25 th October, 2024.
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Quick Facts
- Clause 6: Clause 6 of the accord promises Constitutional
- The main aim was to protect the indigenous identity of the Assamese people
- The Assam Accord, signed in 1985, was a tripartite agreement between the Central Government, the Assam State Government, and leaders of the Assamโฆ
- It led to the introduction of Section 6A into the Citizenship Act, of 1955 , exclusively for Assam.
- Background: In July 2019 , the Union Home Ministry constituted a 14-member committee to suggest ways to implement Clause 6 of the accord
- The committee completed its report in February 2020 , and recommended that the definition of "Assamese people" should include: Indigenous Tribals
- Indian citizens residing in Assam on or before January 1, 1951, and their descendants,
- The 52 recommendations primarily focus on safeguards related to language, land, and cultural heritage.
- Key Points: Land: Establish Revenue Circles where only "Assamese people" can own and transfer land
- Conduct a special survey of char areas (riverine regions along the Brahmaputra) and prioritize erosion-affected people in land allotment.
๐๏ธ Key Stakeholders
High CourtParliament
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#06
Economy
Economy
Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report 2023
๐ฐ Why in News
The Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report 2023 highlights significant demographic shifts in fertility, mortality in India.
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Quick Facts
- Total Fertility Rate (TFR) : TFR fell to 1.9 in 2023 , below the replacement level fertility of 2.1
- TFR is the average number of children a woman is expected to have during her reproductive years (15-49 years) .
- Replacement level TFR is the average number of children required per woman for one generation to replace itself .
- CBR indicates the number of live births occurring during the year, per 1000 population.
- The SRS conducted by the Office of the Registrar General of India
- It measures indicators like CBR, TFR, Age-Specific Fertility Rate (ASFR), General Fertility Rate (GFR) , and related statistics at national andโฆ
#07
Economy
Economy
Santhal Hul of 1855
๐ฐ Why in News
Recently, the 169 th anniversary of the Santhal Hul of 1855 was commemorated on 30 th June 2024, marking a pivotal peasant revolt against British colonial oppression.
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Quick Facts
- This uprising led to the enactment of the Santhal Pargana Tenancy Act of 1876 and the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act of 1908
- Historical Background : The Santhal Hul of 1855 was one of the earliest peasant uprisings against British colonial rule in India
- It aimed to protect the economic, cultural, and religious rights of the Santhal community.
- In 1832, certain areas were designated as 'Santhal Pargana' or 'Damin-i-Koh', which includes present-day Sahibganj, Godda, Dumka, Deoghar, Pakur, andโฆ
- Two systems of bonded labour emerged in Santhal territory, known as kamioti and harwahi
- The Murmu brothers led around 60,000 Santhals in guerrilla warfare against the East India Company
- The Hul highlighted early resistance against British colonial rule and remains a symbol of tribal resilience.
- It is the third largest scheduled tribe in India after the Gonds and Bhils, known for their calm and peaceful nature
- Munda Rebellion: The Munda Ulgulan (rebellion ) was a significant tribal revolt during Indian Independence
- Birsa Munda spearheaded the movement , striving to reclaim the tribe's lost land and rights.
๐ Key Numbers & Data
- Midnapore and Bankura), Khond Uprisings (1837-56 and 1914), Koya Revolts (1879-80, Eastern
- of Andhra Pradesh), and Rampa Revolts (1922-1924, Andhra Pradesh ) Ahom Revolt (1828
#08
Polity
Polity
Article 142
๐ฐ Why in News
The Supreme Court of India exercised its extraordinary powers under Article 142 to elevate the Right to safe travel on National Highways as aโฆ
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Quick Facts
- Taking suo motu cognisance of two tragic road accidents in November 2025 that claimed 34 lives
- Constitutional Safety Valve: Article 142(1) empowers the Supreme Court to pass any decree or order necessary for doing "complete justice" in anyโฆ
- Inherent and Residuary Power: This power is not conferred by ordinary statutes but is inherent to the apex court's role as the custodian of theโฆ
- Supremacy Over Ordinary Laws: In Delhi Judicial Service Association vs
- Precedence of Natural Justice: As affirmed in Canara Bank vs
- While the concept of justice must always be "complete," High Courts must operate within a more circumscribed legal framework and cannot routinelyโฆ
- While the Supreme Court possesses the primary tool under Article 142 to adapt the law to rapidly changing socio-economic realities
- Disproportionate Fatality Rates: While National Highways comprise only 2% of India's entire road network
- Policy vs. Constitutional Obligation: The Court shifted the paradigm by declaring that well-maintained roads are no longer just an administrativeโฆ
- Catalyzing State Action: The judiciary's intervention forces the executive to accelerate its targeted strategy to reduce road accidents by 50% byโฆ
๐ Key Numbers & Data
- While National Highways comprise only 2% of India's entire road network, they
- road network, they account for an alarming 30% of all road fatalities . Policy vs.
- strategy to reduce road accidents by 50% by 2030 through the "4Es" framework
๐๏ธ Key Stakeholders
Supreme CourtParliamentElection CommissionPresident of India
#09
Polity
Polity
Article 142
๐ฐ Why in News
Prelims: Article 142, Supreme Court, Consumer Protection Rules, 2020, Consumer Protection Act 2019, Doctrine of 'separation of powers.
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Quick Facts
- The SC upheld the Bombay High Court judgement quashing the provisions of Consumer Protection Rules
- The Central government and the state governments concerned have to come up with an amendment in the Consumer Protection (Qualification for appointment
- Till suitable amendments are made, the Lawyers and professionals with a bachelor's degree who has 10 years of experience in consumer affairs, lawโฆ
- It also introduced written exams and viva voce to check the candidates' performance.
- About: Article 142 provides discretionary power to the Supreme Court as it states that the SC in the exercise of its jurisdiction may pass suchโฆ
- In the early years of the evolution of Article 142
- In recent years, there have been several judgments of the Supreme Court wherein it has been foraying into areas which had long been forbidden to theโฆ
- Additionally, and in the absence of any similar notification by any of the State governments, the court extended the ban to State highways as well.
- Such judgments have created uncertainty about the discretion vested in the court to invoke Article 142 where even fundamental rights of individualsโฆ
๐๏ธ Key Stakeholders
Supreme CourtHigh CourtParliamentElection CommissionPresident of India
#10
Polity
Polity
Right to Safe Travel on National Highways under Article 21
๐ฐ Why in News
The Supreme Court has declared that the safety of commuters against road accidents and the right to safe passage on highways are part of the fundamental right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution.
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Quick Facts
- Alarming Statistics: National Highways (NHs) comprise merely 2% of India's total road network but account for nearly 30% of all road fatalities
- Constitutional Interpretation: The Court held that Article 21 imposes a positive obligation on the State to ensure a safe environment
- Immediate Prohibitions: The Court issued an immediate ban on the construction or operation of any new commercial structures
- Strict Parking Regulations: Heavy and commercial vehicles are strictly prohibited from parking or stopping on any National Highway
- Enforcement Actions: District Magistrates have been directed to demolish or remove all unauthorized structures within 60 days
๐ Key Numbers & Data
- National Highways (NHs) comprise merely 2% of India's total road network but account
- total road network but account for nearly 30% of all road fatalities , highlighting
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