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Why the news? The Supreme Court ruled that it cannot centrally monitor mob lynching prosecutions across states, urging victims to approach local courts and authorities. It also rejected a plea for uniform compensation, stating it should be based on injury severity. Supreme Court’s Stand on Monitoring Prosecutions: The Supreme Court stated it cannot micro-manage criminal …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Karnataka High Court upheld trans persons’ rights under the 2019 Act, allowing changes in name and gender on birth certificates. It emphasized the precedence of specific laws over general ones and outlined the streamlined application process for identity updates. Karnataka HC Allows Name, Gender Change on Birth Certificates: Landmark Judgment …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-4: Miscellaneous , Ethics and Human Interface GS-2: Government Policies & InterventionsHealth Focus: The UK House of Commons recently voted to legalize assisted dying, marking a significant shift in end-of-life care policies. Supporters view it as compassionate for terminally ill patients, while opponents express concerns over vulnerable individuals potentially feeling pressured to choose death. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors. Government legislation on current issues . Why in the News? The Supreme Court’s decision to stay petitions challenging the character of places of worship based on historical claims ensures protection of constitutional values and prevents communal disharmony. Constitutional Values and Religious Freedom Liberty …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court emphasised the constitutional requirement to inform detainees of arrest reasons, upholding Article 22(1) rights. This decision came while quashing an arrest in Maharashtra, highlighting the importance of transparency and procedural fairness in detentions. Supreme Court: Right to Know Arrest Grounds is Inviolable The Supreme Court emphasised that detainees …
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