India faces a sharp rise in hate crimes, undermining constitutional values and social harmony. Despite IPC provisions like Section 153A, the absence of a clear legal definition weakens enforcement. The Supreme Court directions in Tehseen Poonawalla and Law Commission advice highlights the need for a dedicated anti-hate crime law.
Click to View MoreThe 50% reservation ceiling, set by Indra Sawhney (1992), faces scrutiny as judicial rulings like Janhit Abhiyan (2022) and Davinder Singh (2024) highlight tensions between formal and substantive equality. With unfilled vacancies and benefit concentration, a national caste census and sub-categorization are needed to ensure equitable representation.
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