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Supreme Court Orders Timely Victim Compensation by Courts Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has directed all trial courts across India to order victim compensation at the time of judgment, addressing delays caused by lack of judicial directions. The move aims to strengthen victims’ rights under Section 396 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT REITERATES PRINCIPLE ON MINORS’ PROPERTY RIGHTS Why in the News? Recent ruling: The Supreme Court reaffirmed that minors can repudiate property sales made by their guardians without court approval, highlighting the importance of environmental impact assessment in property-related decisions. Bench decision: The verdict by Justices Pankaj Mithal and Prasanna B. Varale held that …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Supreme Court of India ruled that judicial officers with seven years of combined experience as advocates or judges are eligible for District Judge or Additional District Judge appointments, aiming to improve efficiency and attract young talent in the judiciary. This decision reflects a broader trend of institutional adaptation, similar to …
Read MoreSupreme Court Cautions on Hindu Succession Act Provisions Why in the News? As China grapples with the aftermath of Super Typhoon Ragasa, which wreaks havoc on its southeastern coast, India faces its own challenges in the legal realm. The Supreme Court emphasized caution while examining petitions challenging gender-based inheritance provisions under the Hindu Succession Act, …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Two tribunals under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) upheld the ban on Awami Action Committee (AAC) and Jammu and Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen (JKIM). The tribunals observed that these outfits engaged in unlawful, anti-national, and secessionist activities, threatening India’s sovereignty and security. This decision is part of broader efforts to …
Read MoreDenial of Bail: A Grave Miscarriage of Justice Syllabus: GS-2: Fundamental Rights, Judicial Review, Judgements & Cases, Judiciary Why in the News? The Delhi High Court recently rejected bail petitions of nine activists, including Gulfisha Fatima and Natasha Narwal, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots. The judgment highlights tensions between the right to protest and …
Read MoreAadhaar, PAN, Voter ID Not Citizenship Proof: HC Why in the News ? The Bombay High Court rejected the bail plea of an alleged Bangladeshi national staying illegally in India, ruling that Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID are not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955. Case Background and Court Observations: Accused …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Supreme Court deferred hearing petitions challenging the Waqf Act, 2025, to May 5 after the Centre sought more time for its reply. Petitioners raised concerns over provisions impacting religious rights and property management of Muslim Waqfs. Background of the Legal Challenge: Around 65 petitions were filed against the Waqf …
Read MoreIntroduction In India, the high courts are an essential part of the judicial system, situated below the Supreme Court but above the subordinate courts. Each state has its own high court, and there are a few common high courts serving multiple states or union territories. The Parliament can adjust their jurisdictions. In 2019, there were …
Read MoreBackground Judicial activism, as seen in India, does not have direct constitutional origins but was developed by the Indian judiciary. It is somewhat comparable to a similar concept in the United States. In India, the judiciary introduced the idea of judicial activism through various means, such as the repeal of the Locus Standi concept, the …
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