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Why in the news? The Chhattisgarh High Court extended the marital rape immunity to Section 377 of the IPC, impacting the legal recourse for non-consensual sex in marriage. The omission of Section 377 from the BNS raised concerns over legal protection. Court’s Ruling on Marital Rape Immunity: The Chhattisgarh High Court extended the marital rape …
Read MoreWhy in the news? DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) MP P. Wilson introduced the Constitutional (Amendment) Bill, 2024, seeking reservation for SCs, STs, OBCs, women, and minorities in judicial appointments. The Bill also proposes timelines, transparency, and State consultation in the selection process. Introduction of the Constitutional (Amendment) Bill, 2024: DMK MP P. Wilson has introduced …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rajasthan’s Legislative Assembly passed a bill aimed at preventing unlawful religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or allurement. It introduces stringent penalties and administrative procedures for voluntary and forced conversions, sparking significant debate. Key Provisions of the Bill: The bill prohibits religious conversions through coercion, misrepresentation, undue influence, allurement, or fraudulent means, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Bombay High Court ruled that using loudspeakers is not an essential religious practice and directed strict enforcement of noise pollution laws, including a graded penalty system to address complaints without targeting complainants. Key Observations by the Bombay HC: The Bombay High Court (HC) ruled that the use of loudspeakers and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court flagged judicial overreach in arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, urging reforms to clarify limitation provisions after dismissing a time-barred challenge, highlighting excessive intervention undermines arbitration’s efficiency and public confidence. Judicial Overreach in Arbitration: The Supreme Court criticized excessive intellectualization by courts in arbitration under the Arbitration …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Rajasthan High Court dismissed SC/ST Act charges, ruling that derogatory terms used during an encroachment protest lacked caste references or intent to humiliate based on caste. Court’s Observation: The Rajasthan High Court ruled that terms like “Bhangi,” “Neech,” and “Bhikhari” are not caste names. Justice Birendra Kumar observed that the …
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 MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Education, Government Policies & Interventions ,Issues Arising Out of Design & Implementation of Policies. Focus: The Supreme Court upheld the UP Madarsa Act of 2004, affirming its constitutionality. This ruling protects the rights of minority institutions and clarifies the relationship between secularism, religious education, and the state’s role in regulating educational standards without …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Justice Sanjiv Khanna will become India’s 51st Chief Justice on November 11, succeeding CJI DY Chandrachud. Known for landmark rulings, his term extends until May 13, 2025. Justice Sanjiv Khanna Appointed as Chief Justice of India: Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been appointed as the next Chief Justice of India, with his …
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