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08May 2026

SC EXPANDS DEFINITION OF ACID ATTACK VICTIMS

SC EXPANDS DEFINITION OF ACID ATTACK VICTIMS Why in the News? Supreme Court of India expanded the definition of acid attack victims under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The ruling includes victims forced to consume acid and suffering internal injuries, even without visible external disfigurement. Key observations of the Supreme Court Expanded …

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06May 2026

Grand Labour Reforms Essential For India’s Job Growth

Grand Labour Reforms Essential For India’s Job Growth  Syllabus: GS-2: Human Resource, Skill Development GS-3: Industrial Policy, Industrial Growth, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Infrastructure Why in the News ? Recent worker protests in North India during the implementation of the new Labour Codes have revived debates on India’s uneven labour regime. Concerns over weak social …

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05May 2026

Supreme Court Criticises Odisha Courts Over Bail Bias

Supreme Court Criticises Odisha Courts Over Bail Bias Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India criticised Odisha courts for imposing “odious bail conditions” on Adivasi and Dalit individuals, highlighting concerns over caste bias, judicial fairness, and violation of fundamental rights, and issued directions to prevent such practices across the country. Supreme Court …

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05May 2026

Supreme Court to Review Transgender Rights Amendment Law

Supreme Court to Review Transgender Rights Amendment Law Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, amid concerns over self-identification, medical certification requirements, and potential exclusion of transgender individuals from welfare benefits, with petitioners arguing against …

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22Apr 2026

Judicial Inquiry Post Resignation Raises Constitutional Concerns Debate

Judicial Inquiry Post Resignation Raises Constitutional Concerns Debate Why in the News ? The resignation of Justice Yashwant Varma amid a removal inquiry has revived debate on whether statutory investigations against judges continue after resignation, exposing gaps in the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 and raising concerns over judicial accountability mechanisms, particularly in matters involving environmental …

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17Apr 2026

UCC Debate Revives Focus on Equality and Rights

UCC Debate Revives Focus on Equality and Rights Why in the News ? The Supreme Court reiterated that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is a constitutional aspiration, not linked to religion, while hearing a petition challenging Muslim personal law provisions on inheritance, citing gender discrimination and violation of fundamental rights. Supreme Court Observations on UCC …

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16Apr 2026

Chhattisgarh Moves Toward Uniform Civil Code Implementation Framework

Chhattisgarh Moves Toward Uniform Civil Code Implementation Framework Why in the News ? The Chhattisgarh government has formed a high-level committee to draft a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), aiming to ensure legal uniformity, gender equality, and simplified personal laws, following similar initiatives in other states like Uttarakhand and Gujarat. This move reflects a broader trend …

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09Apr 2026

JAN VISHWAS 2.0: TOWARDS TRUST-BASED COMPLIANCE

JAN VISHWAS 2.0: TOWARDS TRUST-BASED COMPLIANCE  Syllabus: GS 2: International Relations Issues of national and international importance. Why in the News? The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 marks a major reform in India’s regulatory framework by decriminalising minor offences and promoting a trust-based compliance system. It builds upon the Jan Vishwas Act, 2023, …

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02Apr 2026

Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 Promotes Decriminalisation and Governance Reform

Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 Promotes Decriminalisation and Governance Reform Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, aiming to decriminalise minor offences, rationalise penalties, and improve ease of doing business and living, marking one of India’s largest governance reforms toward trust-based regulation. Key Features of Jan …

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27Dec 2025

SC Wage Data Integration Speeds Accident Claims

SC Pushes Wage Data to Speed Accident Claims Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India has directed all States and Union Territories to submit comprehensive minimum wage notifications to address delays and inconsistencies in awarding compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, citing outdated legal schedules and data gaps. Supreme Court’s Key Observations and …

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