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Why in the news? The Supreme Court clarifies that coconut oil, regardless of packaging, should be classified as an edible oil and taxed at the lower GST rate of 5%. Background and Tax Classification of Coconut Oil: Issue: The debate over whether coconut oil should be classified as an edible oil or a hair care …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court questioned the reliance on the outdated 2011 Census for the National Food Security Act, highlighting issues with ration distribution and the exclusion of eligible beneficiaries. Reliance on 2011 Census for NFSA: Advocate Prashant Bhushan argued that the National Food Security Act (NFSA) calculations are based on the outdated …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court addressed West Bengal’s appeal against a High Court ruling striking down inclusion of Muslim-majority castes in the OBC list, citing improper criteria. About SC on Reservation and Religion: The Supreme Court remarked that reservation should not be based on religion. It was hearing West Bengal’s appeal against a …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court upheld GRAP IV measures to combat Delhi’s air pollution, refusing relaxation until a consistent improvement in air quality is observed. The court also emphasized strict compliance with worker welfare measures and safety protocols. SC Refuses Relaxation of GRAP IV Measures: The Supreme Court declined to relax emergency measures …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court ruled that prosecuting public servants under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) requires prior government sanction, potentially impacting ongoing cases involving prominent figures like Arvind Kejriwal and P. Chidambaram. Background on Prior Sanction and Legal Provisions: Legal Basis: Section 197 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court declared conversions motivated by reservation benefits impermissible, emphasizing genuine belief and rejecting fraudulent claims undermining the Constitution’s ethos and reservation policies. SC’s Stand on Fraudulent Conversions: The Supreme Court ruled that religious conversions driven by reservation benefits are impermissible and termed such acts as a “fraud on the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 2 – Preamble , Judicial activism , Socialism, Secularism Focus : The article delves into the historical evolution of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, focusing on the addition of “socialist” and “secular” during the 42nd Amendment, the Supreme Court’s interpretation in key judgments, and the societal implications of the current ruling. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court asked the Gyanvapi Masjid Committee to respond to the ASI’s plea for surveying a sealed area, crucial for evidence in the mosque-temple dispute. Supreme Court’s Notice to Gyanvapi Masjid Committee: The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Gyanvapi Masjid Committee regarding the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI) …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court questioned the Union government’s delay in initiating delimitation in Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur, despite a 2020 order to begin the process. Background: The Supreme Court raised concerns over the delay in the delimitation process in Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur. The Court questioned the Union government for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court’s 2024 judgement on Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) overrules the 1967 verdict, affirming its status as a minority institution under Article 30 of the Constitution. AMU’s Historical and Legal Context: The M.A.O. College (1877), founded by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, evolved into Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), a hub …
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