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Supreme Court Allows Aadhaar Use for Voter Verification Why in the News ? The Supreme Court clarified that Aadhaar is part of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and can be used by voters for electoral verification. However, questions remain on whether Aadhaar alone proves citizenship and eligibility for voting. This decision reflects ongoing …
Read MoreSC Stays Arbitrary Waqf Amendments, Upholds Act Why in the News ? The Supreme Court (SC) stayed key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, terming them prima facie arbitrary, while upholding the overall Act. The judgment mandates proper registration of Waqfs to prevent misuse and encroachments on government properties. This decision comes as part …
Read MoreSupreme Court Critiques NHAI Act Compensation Process Why in the News ? The Supreme Court criticized Sections 3G and 3J of the NHAI Act for giving unilateral power to bureaucrats in compensation disputes, lacking judicial oversight. It asked the Union government to review the law to ensure fair land acquisition practices, potentially leading to an …
Read MoreJustice Nagarathna’s Dissent Raises Questions Syllabus GS 2: Judiciary Why in the News? Recently, Justice B.V. Nagarathna’s reported dissent over the Collegium’s recommendation to elevate Justice Vipul M. Pancholi highlighted concerns about the opacity, accountability, and democratic deficit within India’s judicial appointment process. This impacts various aspects of governance, including reservation policies and social justice …
Read MoreSupreme Court Hears Presidential Reference on Governors’ Powers: Implications for Reservation Policies Why in the News ? The Supreme Court Constitution Bench is hearing a Presidential reference under Article 143(1) regarding the powers of Governors and the President in giving assent to state Bills, including those related to reservation policies such as the Maratha reservation …
Read MoreSC: Bill Timelines May Alter Constitution’s Scheme Why in the News? The Supreme Court Constitution Bench observed that fixing timelines for the President and Governors to act on Bills forwarded by legislatures would essentially amend the Constitution, since Articles 200 and 201 do not prescribe such limits. This debate continues, highlighting the need for art …
Read MoreSC to Review RTE Exemption for Minority Schools Why in the News ? The Supreme Court referred to a larger bench the question of whether minority-run educational institutions should be exempted from the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, revisiting its 2014 Pramati Educational Trust ruling that granted them blanket exemption. Background – The 2014 …
Read MoreSC Panel Recommends Ban on Conocarpus Plantations Why in the News ? The Supreme Court-mandated Central Empowered Committee (CEC) has recommended a ban on Conocarpus tree plantations across India. Widely planted for quick greenery and landscaping, the species poses serious threats to biodiversity, ecosystems, groundwater, and public health, prompting calls for a uniform nationwide prohibition. …
Read MoreSupreme Court Regains Full Strength with Two Judges Why in the News ? Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai administered the oath of office to Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi as judges of the Supreme Court. With this, the apex court has regained its sanctioned strength of 34 judges, including the CJI. …
Read MoreSC to Decide Interim Plan for ISL 2025 Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has said it will announce an interim arrangement for the Indian Super League (ISL) on September 1, 2025, while finalising the All India Football Federation (AIFF) constitution in light of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. Supreme Court Proceedings …
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