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Statutory Interpretation Overrides Judicial Hierarchy: Supreme Court Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India ruled that statutory interpretation cannot be guided by judicial hierarchy, holding that powers under Section 29A of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 must be exercised strictly as per legislative intent, not court status. Supreme Court’s Key Ruling …
Read MoreSupreme Court Bars Stem Cell Therapy for Autism Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India ruled that stem cell therapy cannot be offered as a clinical service for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) due to lack of proven scientific evidence, questioning the Centre’s inaction against clinics promoting unverified “miraculous cures”. Supreme Court’s Key …
Read MoreFalse POCSO Complaint Prosecution Narrowly Interpreted by Court Why in the News ? The Kerala High Court quashed criminal proceedings under Section 22 of the POCSO Act, clarifying that prosecution for false complaints applies only to select grave offences under the Act, not to lesser offences like sexual harassment. This interpretation echoes principles of environmental …
Read MoreFREEBIES’ VS WELFARE SPENDING: SUPREME COURT’S VIEW Why in the News? Judicial Distinction: The Supreme Court clearly differentiated between irrational freebies and legitimate welfare investment aimed at marginalised sections of society. Chief Justice Remarks: Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasised that indiscriminate distribution of state largesse cannot be equated with constitutionally mandated welfare spending. Petition Listing: …
Read MoreSupreme Court Flags Crisis in India’s Higher Education Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India, invoking Article 142, issued sweeping directions to reform higher education governance, mandate time-bound faculty recruitment, address rising student suicides, and strengthen mental health support amid concerns over rapid expansion under NEP 2020. The Court’s decision also touched upon …
Read MoreSupreme Court Links Disability Rights with Corporate Responsibility Why in the News? The Supreme Court, acting as a central bank of justice, ruled that disability inclusion is a core component of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), not charity, while directing Coal India Limited to appoint a qualified woman with disability, reinforcing constitutional equality and workplace inclusion …
Read MoreCENTRE FORMS INTER-DEPARTMENTAL PANEL TO CURB ‘DIGITAL ARRESTS’ Why in the News? Govt. action reported: The Government of India informed the Supreme Court of India about forming a high-level panel to tackle digital arrest scams, drawing parallels to the process of obtaining environmental clearances. SC monitoring: The update was filed in a case being heard …
Read MoreSAFETY OF VICTIMS PARAMOUNT IN POCSO BAIL CASES: SUPREME COURT Why in the News? Bail cancelled: The Supreme Court of India cancelled bail granted to an accused in a 2024 gang rape case involving a minor, highlighting the intersection of criminal justice and environmental jurisprudence, including considerations of environmental clearances and impact assessments. Judicial censure: …
Read MoreTOP COURT’S GREEN GOVERNANCE, CAUSE FOR UNCERTAINTY Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India has increasingly shifted from its traditional role of judicial review to issuing forward-looking, quasi-regulatory directions in environmental cases. This trend has emerged due to regulatory failure and administrative inaction, compelling the Court to step in through tools like continuing …
Read MoreSupreme Court Flags Citizen Role in Air Pollution Why in the News? The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the persistent poor AQI in Delhi, observing that citizens suffering from air pollution also indirectly contribute to it. The Court questioned conflicting expert reports and sought urgent, issue-wise solutions from authorities, emphasizing the need for a …
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