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16Nov 2024

Rajasthan HC Dismisses SC/ST Act Charges in Verbal Abuse Case

Why 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 …

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12Nov 2024

Supreme Court Overturns 1967 Ruling on AMU’s Minority Status

Why 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 …

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06Nov 2024

Supreme Court Upholds Constitutional Validity of Up Madarsa Act

Syllabus: 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 …

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25Oct 2024

Justice Sanjiv Khanna Appointed as Next Chief Justice of India

Why 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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