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 Union government told the Supreme Court that voting is a statutory right under the RPA, 1951, while freedom of voting is a fundamental expression under Article 19(1)(a). This expressive freedom, including NOTA, applies only when a poll occurs, making it irrelevant in uncontested elections.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court expressed serious concern over misuse of the POCSO Act to criminalise consensual adolescent relationships. It emphasized urgent legal awareness, especially among young men, and considered adding gender equality and legal literacy to school curricula to balance child protection with adolescent autonomy.
Click to View MoreThe 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 2025 Supreme Court ruling mandates replenishment studies for sustainable sand mining, reinforcing environmental law. Successful implementation depends on tech-driven enforcement against illegal extraction and developing the M-Sand market. This dual strategy is crucial to protect river ecosystems while meeting construction demands.
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’s refusal to extend the POSH Act to women political workers exposes a protection gap leaving them vulnerable, undermining gender equality, participation; addressing it requires legislative amendments, Election Commission mandates and party reforms to ensure safe, political spaces.
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 severe gender imbalance in judiciary, undermines its constitutional promise of equality and inclusivity. This gap, rooted in systemic patriarchy and an opaque collegium, is an ethical and constitutional failure. Bridging it requires transparent, mandated diversity policies to ensure a more representative and trusted judiciary.
Click to View MoreIndia's animal welfare framework includes constitutional duties and the PCA Act 1960. Challenges persist with massive stray populations, weak enforcement, and human-animal conflicts. Strengthen laws, increase penalties, expand ABC programs, and enhance infrastructure to build a compassionate society respecting both animal welfare and public safety.
Click to View MoreThe Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has ended, potentially exempting 65.2 lakh voters. The Election Commission of India (ECI) is working to ensure voter inclusion, remove ineligibles, eliminate duplicates, and correct errors. To improve SIR, ECI should accept accessible identification documents and improve data sharing.
Click to View MoreImpeachment is a constitutional process, which ensures accountability within the judiciary. The process begins with a motion for removal in either house of Parliament, passed by a special majority in both houses, and the President issues an order for the judge's removal. Despite six attempts since independence, no judge has been impeached thus far.
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