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Why in the news? A Kolkata court sentenced Sanjoy Roy to life imprisonment for murder. The Supreme Court’s doctrine of “rarest of rare” considers aggravating and mitigating factors in death penalty cases, sparking debate over fairness in sentencing. Key Developments in Kolkata Case: Sessions court in Kolkata sentenced Sanjoy Roy to life imprisonment for the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Parliament , Executive Focus: U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden has sparked debate about the executive’s clemency powers. This has led to discussions on whether clemency should remain a presidential prerogative or be reformed to ensure fairness and prevent misuse. Understanding The Executive’s Clemency Power: The debate around …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court’s recent report on overcrowding in India’s prisons suggests electronic monitoring as a solution. However, concerns about privacy, social stigma, and human rights violations are being debated, with both advantages and challenges highlighted. The Case for Electronic Monitoring: Overcrowded Prisons: As of December 2022, India’s prisons were over 131% …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A Mumbai court used the bone ossification test to determine the age of an accused in a murder case after conflicting evidence about his age surfaced. Overview of Bone Ossification Test: Ossification is the natural process of bone formation, continuing from foetal development to late adolescence. X-rays of specific bones (e.g., …
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