Veto By Silence Context: In recalling its recommendation to appoint Justice S. Muralidhar as Chief Justice of the Madras High Court, the Supreme Court collegium has let the Union government, which did not act on the decision for eight months, have its way. Points to […]
Indian Study Supports Same-Sex Marriage Context: With the Supreme Court set to hear petitions seeking legal recognition for same-sex marriages on Tuesday, a survey among Indians has concluded that legalizing such unions will have a “positive impact on LGBTQIA+ individuals’ mental health.”Marriage equality, according to […]
A Reminder About Unfettered Constitutional Posts Context: Two recent Supreme Court of India comments would have a direct impact on the concept of independence of several constitutional authorities in India. During a hearing in the ‘Sena against Sena’ case, the Court expressed “serious concern” over […]
C-Vigil App Assistance Context: The official stated that as many as 2,389 complaints have been received using the cVIGIL mobile application thus far, citing greater citizen participation in upholding the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). According to him, 1,979 complaints were confirmed to be true. […]
The Rules For Recognition As a National Party Context: The Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) received a shot in the arm from the Election Commission of India on April 10, when the poll authority granted it the status of a national party. Meanwhile, the […]
The Goal Of Building A Popular Dalit Agenda Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (April 14, 1891, Mhow, India—December 6, 1956, New Delhi), was the leader of Dalit (Scheduled Castes; historically known as untouchables) and First law minister of the Indian government (1947-51). He developed […]
Data Protection Bill in Monsoon Session Context: On Tuesday, the Union government informed the Supreme Court that a new law, the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022, enforcing individual privacy in online space was “ready.” Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022 The Bill aims to […]
Trials Can Be Transferred Only In Exceptional Cases: SC Context: The Supreme Court denied a petition to transfer a case out of West Bengal, saying the power to transfer cases should be utilized sparingly and only when justice appears to be in grave danger. Points […]