Creamy layer limit - Kerala 4.5 lakhs..

The present cream layer limit in Kerala for Other Backward Classes Community is Rs 4.5 lakhs.
National Commission for Backward Classes has submitted their recommendations for increasing the creamy layer limit to Rs. 12 lakhs in the metro cities and to Rs.9 lakhs in the rural area keeping in view the fact that the present day limit of  Rs.4.5 lakhs is not sufficien to serve the purpose.
At present, the many posts are lying vacant because of non availability of suitable candidates.
The reservation is for 27 percent, but average reservation actually bendfited to the OBC is only 7 percent. In Group A  and Group D posts are the lowest filled 5.5% and 5.1%respectively. For Gr.B it is 8.9% and for Gr.C it is 8.1%. The fall in money value and the increase in the salaries are the other resons for the Commissions recommendations.

The rule 20 of Kerala Welfare and Maintenance of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2009 is still to be imlemented.

Despite of the circulars issued by the Director General of Police, the execution of Rule 20 of Kerala Welfare maintenance of Parents and Senior Citizens Rules 2009 is yet to be implemented in Police Stations in Kerala.

KERALA POLICE CIRCULAR - RESTRICTION OF ASSEMBLIES AND PROCESSIONS IN PUBLIC ROAD

KERALA POLICE CIRCULAR- 7 DAYS NOTICE FOR USING PUBLIC PLACE FOR PROCESSION


The Kerala Police issued a circular on Sept 2011, regarding the guidelines to be followed in extending sanction for conducting procession and public meetings. Seven days notice is mandatory for getting permission; even though it can be relaxed for fit reasons.

Know the posting dates and status of consumer cases- Ernakulam CDRF

The confonet.nic.in is a good initiative by the Authorities. Even though most of the legal practitioners and clients would take note of the next posting date in the open court itself, the availability of cause list through online provides much convenience and ease.
But, to be sad to state, many of the consumer courts are not updating the judgments and other details in time to meet the needs of the clients.

NDPS - offence under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances- the compliance section 50, regarding the presence of gazetted officer or magistrate in conducting the personal search can be easily misused by the arresting officers. Presently, as per the recent supreme court decisions, if the body search is not conducted and only bag or vehicle is checked, there the section 50 need not be complied. But is certain cases where the purse, mobile and other personal belongings might have recovered. Without conducting body search, how it is possible. Even then the compliance is not necessary. A relook in the settled position is necessary.

NDPS - offence under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances- the compliance section 50, regarding the presence of gazetted officer or magistrate in conducting the personal search can be easily misused by the arresting officers. Presently, as per the recent supreme court decisions, if the body search is not conducted and only bag or vehicle is checked, there the section 50 need not be complied. But is certain cases where the purse, mobile and other personal belongings might have recovered. Without conducting body search, how it is possible. Even then the compliance is not necessary. A relook in the settled position is necessary.

NEW WELFARE FUND SCHEME LAUNCHED IN KERALA FOR UN ORGANIZED WORKERS. ALL KINDS OF WORKERS ARE INCLUDED IN THE SCHEME.

KERALA WOMENS CODE BILL 2011

India is the biggest democracy in the world. Offcourse, it is not only in the sense of number in population, but the significance of unending prevailence of democracy made it so.
Every minute spade to any of the fundamental rights, especially when it seems to be on the much tom-tommed values and human rigts will create suspicion over the minds of the deprived ones. The punitive restriction on the third child in a country of much appreciated young industrious human resource may definitely cast shadow on the protection of basic rigts.
The new Kerala womens code bill is one such peice of intended legislation which slams at the basic rights of freedom.

Fine or imprisonment third for child in Kerala- mixed response, protest from pro child corners

The Kerala Women's Code Bill 2011 submitted to the Kerala chief minister by a 12-member committee headed by Justice V R Kishna Iyer evoked mixed response. Where as wide range of criticism is invited from Christian and other Religious organisations which promotes values of life.

A fine of Rs 10,000 or three months simple' imprisonment on third child is ridiculous, say reports. The Kerala Women's Code Bill 2011 maintains that violation of family norms will be deemed a legal disqualification and parents will not be eligible to receive any benefits from government.
The draft which stipulates that religious and political outfits should not be allowed to discourage population planning and any such effort on their part should be censured by the governor.  Various benefits which curtails for a family having more than two children is violative of fundamental rights of equality - the protesters said. It is not reported that any one of the members of the committee had made any dissenting notes on the above said proposals.

LEGAL CONSULTANCY- KERALA-ERNAKULAM- ONLINE

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New welfare fund for unorganized workers in Kerala - SOCIAL SECURITY ACT

NEW WELFARE FUND SCHEME LAUNCHED IN KERALA FOR UN ORGANIZED WORKERS. ALL KINDS OF WORKERS ARE INCLUDED IN THE SCHEME.

Janlokpal bill - leaflet in മലയാളം for discussion. malayalam lok pal bill

JANLOKPAL bill - a brief leaflet in malayalam.

lokpal - janlokpal leaflet. Full text of JanLokpal- August 2011

An act to create effective anti-corruption and grievance redressal systems at centre
so that effective deterrent is created against corruption and to provide effective
protection to whistleblowers.
1. Short title and commencement:- (1) This Act may be called the

LOKPAL BILL 2011- DRAFT LOKPAL BILL - GOVERNMENT DRAFT PUBLISHED IN THE OFFICIAL WEB SITE OF Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

1. (1) This Act may be called the Lokpal Act, 2011.
(2) It shall come into force on such date as the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint; and different dates may be appointed for different provisions of this Act and any reference in any provision to the commencement of this Act shall be construed as reference to the coming into force of that provision...........................

Residence certificate from local bodies - to include name in voter list - guidelines issued.

Residence certificate... G.O.

kerala government - liquor policy 2011

The new liquor policy of Government of Kerala has evoked mixed response from the people....download from the above link....full text.

How to prepare a will- Model will to be presented before the Sub Registrar Offices in Kerala.

Model will in malayalam form to be presented before the SROs in Kerala.

Registration format.

No stamp duty is required for a will.

How to register a partition deed between the family members

Exact model of partition deeds to be presented 

before the Sub Registrar Offices in Kerala.

Malayalam Draft Model

online application for voter identity card kerala - e registration of voters id card

• INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILLING UP APPLICATION FORM 6


• 1) The Election Identity Card number of the applicant's relative(s) should be filled up. The applications in which Election Identity Card number of the relative(s) is not filled up will not be considered.
  
  2) Applicant must write their Name, Relation name, Address etc. in MALAYALAM on the print out in the space provided and hand over the same duly signed to the respective Taluk Office on the date chosen by him/her. Those who are unable to take a printout of the application should note down the application number and submit filled up application in form number 6 at the Taluk Office quoting that number.
  
  3) The applicant can select any one of the following dates for appearing at the Taluk Office for producing signed application along with original/attested true copy of the document to prove his/her age and for taking his/her photograph. 

How to apply under Right to Information Act? Model application form- download.

Missing Persons - guidelines to be followed in Police Station- Circular 2011

Sub:- Missing Persons – Registration and Investigation – Kerala Police
Act, 2011 – New procedure – Instructions – Regarding
Ref:-
1. PHQ Circular No.54/1971 dated 27.04.1971.
2. PHQ Circular No.32/2009 dated 12.08.2009.
3. PHQ Circular No.10/2010 dated 21.02.2010.

Missing properties - how to complaint - Register to be maintained in Police Stations- Government Circular 2011

Sub: - Missing Properties – Maintaining Register of Missing Properties –
Kerala Police Act 2011-Instructions issued -

Apply minority scholarship in India- Online

how to register a new company in India? How to form a new company under the companies Act.

Steps to be taken to get incorporated a private limited Company:

• Select, in order of preference, a few suitable names, not less than four, indicative of the main objects of the company.
• Ensure that the name does not resemble the name of any other company already registered and also does not violate the provisions of Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950.
• Apply to the concerned ROC to ascertain the availability of a name in the General Rules and Forms along with a fee of Rs.500/- If the proposed name is not available apply for a fresh name on the same application.
• Arrange for the drafting of the Memorandum and Articles of Association by the solicitors, the vetting of the same by the ROC and the printing of the same.
• Arrange for the stamping of the Memorandum and Articles with the appropriate stamp duty.
• Get the Memorandum and Articles signed by at least two subscribers in his own hand, his father's name, occupation, address and the number of shares subscribed for and witnessed by atleast one person.
• Ensure that the Memorandum and Articles are dated after the date of stamping.
• Get the following forms duly filled up and signed:
  • Declaration of Compliance
  • Notice of the situation of the registered office of the company
  • Particulars of the Director, Manager or Secretary
• Present the following documents to the ROC with the filing fee and the registration fee:
  • The stamped and signed copies of the Memorandum and Articles of Association (3 copies).
  • Form-1, 18 & 32 in duplicate.
  • Any agreement referred to in the M & A.
  • Any agreement proposed to be entered into with any individual for appointment as Managing or whole time Director.
  • Name availability letter issued by the ROC.
  • Power of Attorney from the subscribers in favour of any person for making corrections on their behalf in the documents and papers filed for registration.
  • Pay the Registration and Filing Fee by Demand Draft/Banker's Cheque if it exceeds Rs.1000/-
  • Obtain the Certificate of Incorporation from ROC.

How to file case in kerala lokayuktha... online case filing.

The Lok Ayukta under the Kerala Lok Ayukta Act, 1999 (Act 8 of 1999) has been constituted for investigating into the allegations of corruption and mal-administration against public servants and for the speedy redressal of grievances of the public.