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28Sep 2026

Mandatory FIRs: Legal Pitfalls Explained

THE PITFALLS OF MANDATORY FIRs Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies and Interventions for development of various sectors. Why in the News? The Supreme Court has reiterated that police must register an FIR when information about a missing person is received, extending the principle beyond missing children. While mandatory registration can strengthen responses to abduction and human …

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18Sep 2026

SC Examines Marital Rape Criminalisation in India

SUPREME COURT EXAMINES CRIMINALISATION OF MARITAL RAPE WHY IN THE NEWS ? The Supreme Court is examining whether husbands can be prosecuted for marital rape, despite statutory exemption under existing penal law.The Bench recognised the sexual autonomy of married women but questioned whether courts can override an explicit legislative exemption, suggesting that criminalisation may ultimately …

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02Jun 2026

Five New Judges Strengthen Supreme Court Bench

Five New Judges Strengthen Supreme Court Bench Why in the News ? The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant administered the oath of office to five newly appointed judges of the Supreme Court of India, following the Centre’s approval of their appointments and the recent expansion of the Court’s sanctioned strength. Appointment of Five …

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28Nov 2025

TOWARDS A TRANSPARENT ACCOUNTABLE JUDICIARY

TOWARDS A TRANSPARENT ACCOUNTABLE JUDICIARY  Syllabus: GS-2: Judiciary and Justice system Transparency and Accountability Why in the News? The Supreme Court has directed high courts to publicly disclose adjournments, causes of delay, and timelines for uploading judgments, following alarming delays in reserved cases. The trigger was a Jharkhand case where two life convicts waited years …

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21Nov 2025

Supreme Court Halts New Mining Leases in Aravallis

Why in the News? The Supreme Court has barred the issuance of new mining leases in the Aravalli Hills until the Centre releases a scientific, sustainable mining plan, adopting a uniform definition of the Aravalli range to protect its ecology, wildlife, and groundwater systems. This decision reflects a growing awareness of environmental concerns, similar to …

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14Nov 2025

Judiciary’s Role: Safeguarding Free Speech

Judiciary’s Crucial Duty to Safeguard Free Speech Syllabus: GS Paper -2 Fundamental Rights, Judgements & Cases Why in the News ? The recent Supreme Court refusal to quash an FIR against folk singer Neha Rathore for her social media posts following the Pahalgam attack has reignited concerns about free speech, judicial responsibility, and the misuse …

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11Nov 2025

Karnataka HC’s Tech SOP for Child Abuse Cases

Karnataka HC Introduces Tech-Driven SOP for Child Abuse Cases Why in the News ? The Karnataka High Court has issued a technology-based Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) titled “SOP for Protection and Rehabilitation of Minor Victims of Sexual Offences, 2025” to ensure faster justice, prevent bureaucratic delays, and protect victims’ confidentiality through digital tracking mechanisms. This …

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10Nov 2025

Supreme Court Directs Timely Victim Payouts

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 …

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06Nov 2025

Understanding Contempt of Court Explained

Understanding the Concept and Scope of Contempt of Court Why in the News ? Recent derogatory remarks made against the Chief Justice of India and the Supreme Court have sparked debate over contempt of court, raising questions about judicial authority, freedom of speech, and the limits of public criticism under the Indian Constitution and Contempt …

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