On Thursday, August 13, 2026, Parliament passed the Mines and Minerals (Development

Why in news

Parliament passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, which impacts state taxation powers on mineral rights.

Background

The bill was passed by the Lok Sabha on August 12, 2026, and by the Rajya Sabha on August 13, 2026. It restricts states from levying additional taxes on mineral rights and requires presidential assent.

Facts for Prelims

• Act / BillMines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026
• FactThe bill restricts state governments from levying additional taxes on mineral rights.
• BodyThe bill requires Presidential assent to become an Act of Parliament.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the implications of centralizing mineral taxation on the federal structure of India and the rights of states over natural resources.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• fiscal federalism concerns
• resource ownership rights
• impact on industrial investment
• constitutional balance of powers

Keywords: Fiscal Federalism · Cooperative Federalism · Mineral Rights · Legislative Process · State Autonomy

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