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Supreme Court Permits Kerala To Withdraw Governor Pleas Why in the News ? The Supreme Court allowed Kerala to withdraw two petitions against its Governor for delay in clearing Bills, following a precedent-setting April 8 judgment on Tamil Nadu, while debating linkage with a Presidential Reference before a Constitution Bench. Supreme Court Decision and Context …
Read MoreStates Cannot Demand Delimitation Like J&K: SC Why in the News ? The Supreme Court ruled that States like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana cannot seek delimitation by citing Jammu and Kashmir as precedent, as a constitutional embargo under Article 170 bars such an exercise in States until after the 2026 Census. Supreme Court Verdict and …
Read MoreSupreme Court Reviews Timelines for Governor Assent Why in the News? The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Union and all States over a Presidential reference on whether governors and the President must act within specified timelines when handling bills passed by state legislatures, affecting constitutional practices nationwide. About Supreme Court Steps In on …
Read MoreSupreme Court Upholds Tribal Women’s Property Rights Why in the News ? In a landmark ruling that has become major india news, the Supreme Court declared that tribal women cannot be denied ancestral property solely based on gender. This judgement ensures constitutional equality in tribal inheritance cases and reverses earlier rulings that had upheld patriarchal …
Read MoreSupreme Court Recognises Companies as Crime Victims: A Shift in Constitutional Provisions and Linguistic Rights Why in the News? The Supreme Court ruled that corporate entities can be recognised as victims in criminal cases and are entitled to appeal acquittals under Section 372 of CrPC, even if the state does not pursue the appeal, marking …
Read MoreSupreme Court Flags Abuse of Free Speech Online Why in the News? The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the rising misuse of free speech, particularly on social media platforms and online platforms, and hinted at the need for regulatory guidelines. It emphasized self-restraint and reasonable restrictions to protect fraternity, secularism, and individual dignity in …
Read MoreSupreme Court on Voter List Revision Bihar Why in the News? The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to accept Aadhaar card, EPIC, and ration card as valid identity proofs for Bihar’s SIR (Special Intensive Revision) of electoral rolls. This decision comes amid concerns over voter disenfranchisement ahead of the upcoming Bihar elections. Supreme Court’s …
Read MoreSupreme Court Revisits 1977 Ruling on EC Powers Why in the News ? During hearings on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Supreme Court referred to a 1977 judgment that cautioned against unchecked powers of the Election Commission under Article 324, stressing legal and fair conduct. Background of the Case …
Read MoreCOURT’S PIVOT ON SOCIAL JUSTICE: RESERVATION FOR APEX COURT STAFF Why in the News? Historic move: On June 24, Chief Justice B.R. Gavai introduced SC/ST reservation in appointments and promotions for Supreme Court staff, a decision that could impact financial planning and potential capital gains for government employees in the current financial year. First time: …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT INTRODUCES QUOTAS FOR COURT STAFF FOR THE FIRST TIME Why in the News? Historic move: From June 23, 2025, the Supreme Court introduced reservations in appointments and promotions for SC/ST staff. First-time policy: Marks the first formal reservation policy within the apex court’s administrative framework. Not for judges: The reservation excludes judges, covering …
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