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Supreme 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 …
Read MoreSC Questions Governors’ Inaction on State Bills Why in the News? The Supreme Court has raised concerns over Governors indefinitely delaying assent to State Bills, questioning why such inaction under Article 200 cannot be judicially reviewed when even the Governor’s recommendation for President’s Rule under Article 356 is open to scrutiny. About Supreme Court’s Observations: …
Read MoreSC Allows Review of Death Sentences Under Article 32 Why in the News? The Supreme Court today has ruled that a death row convict may challenge their sentence through a writ petition under Article 32, allowing reconsideration of mitigating factors. This decision adds an additional layer of appeal beyond review and mercy petitions. Supreme Court’s …
Read MoreSC Questions Governors’ Indefinite Delay on State Bills Why in the News? The Supreme Court is hearing a Presidential Reference under Article 143 on whether it can prescribe timelines for governors and the president to act on bills passed by state legislatures. The case follows growing concerns over governors withholding bills indefinitely, raising questions about …
Read MoreSC Seeks Insurance Scheme for Injured Cadets Why in the News ? The Supreme Court directed the Union government to frame an insurance and medical support scheme for cadets discharged from military academies due to disabilities. The court stressed that aspirants must not be left “high and dry” after rigorous training-related injuries. Supreme Court’s Directions …
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