Current Affairs 23 January 2026

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  • Election Commission Files Affidavit Against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee
  • Home Minister Amit Shah's Two-Day Uttarakhand Visit

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Election Commission Files Affidavit Against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

The Election Commission of India submitted a strongly-worded affidavit before the Supreme Court, accusing West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of creating a hostile environment against the State Investigation Register (SIR) and highlighting instances of violence and intimidation in the state. The affidavit details concerns about governance and electoral integrity in West Bengal. This development reflects ongoing tensions between the state administration and central electoral authorities. The case is being heard by the Supreme Court, which will examine the allegations and their constitutional implications. This incident demonstrates the role of the Election Commission in ensuring fair electoral practices and accountability of state governments.

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1. Against whom did the Election Commission of India file a strongly-worded affidavit in January 2026?

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Home Minister Amit Shah's Two-Day Uttarakhand Visit

Union Home Minister Amit Shah began a two-day visit to Uttarakhand on January 21, 2026. He attended events in Rishikesh and Haridwar, including addressing the Shantikunj Shatabdi Samaroh (centenary celebration) in Haridwar. The visit highlighted the government's focus on cultural and spiritual tourism development in the state. Shah's participation in these events underscores the government's emphasis on heritage preservation and pilgrimage site development. The visit reflects broader policy initiatives to promote spiritual tourism and cultural infrastructure in northern India.

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1. During his Uttarakhand visit in January 2026, Home Minister Amit Shah attended which centenary celebration?

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