The Supreme Court held that courts cannot fix binding timelines for Presidents or Governors to clear bills, citing separation of powers and Article 361 immunity. It warned that indefinite delays undermine legislative intent and urged constitutional dialogue over obstruction, placing responsibility on political norms and conventions.
Click to View MoreThe 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill, 2025, seeks to criminalize politics by amending Articles 75, 164, and 239AA, requiring the removal of Prime Ministers, Chief Ministers, or ministers for 30 consecutive days for serious charges. The government supports this move for political morality and governance, but opposition concerns arise about potential misuse and violating the principle of innocence.
Click to View MoreIndia replaced its sedition law (Section 124A of the IPC) with Section 152 of the BNS, sparking criticism for its potential threat to free speech due to broad wording, leading to the Supreme Court's review to balance national security with the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression.
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