The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar's electoral rolls, affirming its statutory validity under the Representation of the People Act, 1950. The verdict clarified that Aadhaar serves as identity, not proof of citizenship, balancing electoral purity with due process and voter rights.
Click to View MoreIndia’s criminal justice system is embracing a victim-centric model through the BNSS 2023, guaranteeing structured victim compensation, active procedural participation, and timely updates. This transition successfully balances restorative justice mechanisms with retributive frameworks while protecting the accused's constitutional rights.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court's UAPA bail jurisprudence highlights the conflict between national security and personal liberty. While Section 43D(5) imposes strict statutory bail restrictions, courts invoke Article 21 to grant relief in cases of prolonged incarceration, ensuring constitutional rights prevail.
Click to View MoreThe PoSH Act of 2013 mandates safe working environments for women by prohibiting workplace sexual harassment. It establishes Internal and Local Complaints Committees for redressal and emphasizes prevention, accountability, and the protection of fundamental constitutional rights.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court declined a separate anti-racial slur law, citing Article 14 equality concerns. The 2026 Anjel Chakma case revived debate over BNS adequacy versus Bezbaruah Committee proposals. Unlike Tehseen Poonawalla (2018), the Court favors aggravated sentencing and police sensitization to address bias crimes without deepening polarization.
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