The League of Nations was an intergovernmental organization founded on January 10, 1920, as part of the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War I. It was established with the aim of promoting international cooperation, resolving disputes, and preventing future conflicts. The League of Nations was proposed by President Woodrow Wilson of the United States as one of his Fourteen Points for peace. The League's charter was included in the Treaty of Versailles, which was signed by the victorious Allied powers and Germany. The League's headquarters were located in Geneva, Switzerland. The League of Nations consisted of two main bodies: the Assembly and the Council. The Assembly served as a forum for all member states to discuss and vote on important issues, while the Council was responsible for making decisions and taking action on matters of international concern. The Council consisted of permanent members (the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Japan) and non-permanent members e...
Criminalization of politics refers to the infiltration of criminals or individuals with a history of criminal activities into the political process. This phenomenon occurs when individuals with criminal backgrounds, such as those who have been convicted of serious crimes like murder, corruption, and money laundering, are able to successfully run for public office, hold political positions, or exert influence on political parties or leaders. Criminalization of politics can have negative impacts on democratic institutions and the rule of law, as it can lead to a breakdown of trust in government and undermine the legitimacy of democratic processes. It can also result in the creation of a culture of impunity, where criminal activities are normalized and tolerated in political circles. Legal aspect of disqualification of legislature with conviction for crime: The Indian Constitution does not outline the criteria for disqualifying a person from running for elections. However, the...