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  • Apr 24, 2024
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CENTRE REQUESTS SC TO AMEND 2012 2G CASE JUDGEMENT.

Why in the news?

Centre requests SC to modify 2012 order in 2G case, seeking administrative spectrum allocation alongside auctions due to various factors.

source:medium

About the Centre’s Plea to Modify 2012 SC Order in 2G Case:

  • The Centre seeks modification of the Supreme Court’s 2012 judgement in the 2G case.
  • The 2012 judgement mandated the allocation of mobile 2G spectrum through auction.
  • Requests allowing spectrum allocation through administrative process in accordance with the law.
  • Argues that spectrum assignment is necessary not only for commercial telecommunication services but also for sovereign and public interest functions like security and disaster preparedness.
  • Highlights specific scenarios where administrative allocation may be more suitable due to economic or technical conditions.
About 2G Spectrum Case Controversy:

  • Allegations of UPA coalition government officials favouring specific telecom operators in the sale of 122 2G spectrum licences.
  • Accusations against A. Raja, former Telecom Minister, for selling licences at low cost, causing a loss of ₹1,760 billion in government revenue.
  • Raja was accused of disregarding rules, advice from Finance and Law Ministries, and advancing the cut-off date to favour specific firms allegedly ineligible for licences.
  • The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) alleged Raja of accepting bribes in exchange for favouring certain firms.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/india/centre-urges-supreme-court-to-modify-its-2012-order-in-2g-case-9287294/#:~:text=The%20Centre%20has%20moved%20the,process%20in%20accordance%20with%20law.