The Supreme Court’s order restoring MGNREGS funding to West Bengal reinforces the right to work and judicial oversight in welfare delivery. Arising from fiscal federalism tensions, it stresses the need for stronger social audits and cooperative Centre-State relations to safeguard rural livelihoods and accountability.
Click to View MoreThe Indian Constitution sets no fixed timelines for a Governor’s tenure or assent to bills, causing political friction. While the Supreme Court warns against judicially prescribing timelines, it holds that indefinite delays are unconstitutional and open to judicial scrutiny.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court partially stayed key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, halting executive overreach and the five-year Islamic practice requirement. The ruling highlights judicial vigilance in upholding constitutional principles, separation of powers, and ensuring legislative reforms comply with the rule of law.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court has warned the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against using the court as a political platform and politicizing the issue. Critics argue the ED selectively targets opposition party leaders and has low conviction rates. To improve the ED's functioning, steps include enhanced transparency, judicial scrutiny, capacity building, protection from political influence, and prioritizing quality prosecution.
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