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Syllabus: GS – 2 – Role of Judiciary , Democracy Focus: This article critically examines the tenure of former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud. It delves into his judicial decisions, reforms introduced during his time in office, and the controversies surrounding his tenure. The discussion highlights the challenges of assessing a CJI’s legacy …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court reversed its 1967 ruling in the Azeez Basha case, granting Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) the possibility to claim minority institution status, sparking legal and political debates. Key Points: Background and Legal Change: Azeez Basha Case (1967): The Supreme Court had previously ruled that AMU could not be considered …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court clarified the status of Article 31C and reinterpreted Article 39(b), marking a shift in how the Court views state acquisition of private property. Background and Key Legal Questions: Landmark Ruling: The Supreme Court recently delivered a significant ruling in the Property Owners Association v. State of Maharashtra case, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court stated that Aadhaar is not valid proof of age, emphasising the use of official documents like School Leaving Certificates for age verification in legal matters. Background of the Case: The Supreme Court ruled that Aadhaar cannot be used as proof of age when valid documents, like a School …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court ruled that states have the authority to tax industrial alcohol, overturning previous rulings and clarifying the federal balance between Centre and state powers. About the SC Ruling on Taxing Industrial Alcohol: A nine-judge Bench of the Supreme Court ruled 8:1 that states can tax industrial alcohol, not just …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution, Government Policies & Interventions ,India and its Neighbourhood Focus: The Supreme Court’s ruling on Section 6A of the Citizenship Act has garnered significant attention as it upholds a unique citizenship regime for migrants in Assam, originating from historical political agreements. This decision impacts ongoing debates around immigration, demographic changes, and the …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Why in the news? A Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, in a 4:1 majority judgement, upheld the constitutionality of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955. Section 6A allows immigrants from Bangladesh …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A special Sati Nivaran Court acquitted eight individuals accused of glorifying the 1987 Roop Kanwar sati incident, sparking discussions on its legacy and unresolved legal battles. About the Roop Kanwar’s Sati Incident (1987): Event: Roop Kanwar, an 18-year-old woman from Divrala, Rajasthan, allegedly committed sati on 4th September 1987, by sitting …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Delhi High Court ruled that semen and ovum are considered property, allowing posthumous reproduction with consent, significantly impacting reproductive rights and bioethics in India. Key Judgement: The Delhi High Court ruled that semen and ovum samples are considered an individual’s “property” or “estate.” Justice Prathiba M Singh stated that if …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court condemned Punjab’s move to expand the NRI quota in medical colleges, calling it a “fraud” on the education system. A bench led by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud dismissed petitions challenging a Punjab and Haryana High Court order that had quashed the expanded quota. The bench stressed that the NRI …
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