About The Discipline Among Judges
Context: The Supreme Court recently expressed significant concerns regarding statements made by a judge from the Karnataka High Court. The intervention was later withdrawn following an apology from the judge in question. This incident has brought to light the constitutional challenges and limitations that the judiciary faces in disciplining its members, underscoring the delicate balance […]
Supreme Court Limits Pretrial Detention Under PMLA
Context: The Supreme Court of India has recently issued a ruling against the misuse of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, specifically critiquing its use to unjustly extend the incarceration of accused individuals. The court declared that constitutional courts would not sanction indefinite pretrial detention under this legislation, emphasizing the need for fairness […]
Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023
Context: NITI Aayog, the top think tank of the government, had opposed some of the provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: NITI Aayog’s Concerns Over the DPDP Bill Salient Features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 Issues with Obtaining […]
Resolution of Land Dispute by Mao Council in Manipur
Context: The Mao Council, the leading tribal authority of the Mao Nagas in Manipur, has officially endorsed the judgment and order issued by the Tenyimia People’s Organisation (TPO) Presidential Council. This acceptance resolves a longstanding traditional land dispute along the Nagaland-Manipur border, marking a significant step towards regional harmony and cooperation between the neighboring states. […]
Bombay High Court Strikes Down IT Rules on Fact Checking
Context: The Bombay High Court recently invalidated the Amended Information Technology Rules, 2023, which had enabled the central government to establish a Fact Check Unit (FCU). This unit was intended to detect and address fake, false, and misleading information about the government on social media platforms. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the […]
Legal Setback for CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA Scam Case
Context: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of Karnataka faced a significant legal setback when the Karnataka High Court dismissed his petition challenging the sanction for investigation granted by Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot. This decision pertains to the allegations involving the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam case. The court’s ruling allows for the continuation of the investigation, […]
Union Government Releases 2022 Atrocities Report
Context: The union government has published a new report detailing the state of atrocities against Scheduled Castes in the year 2022 under the framework of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings of the Report on Atrocities Against SCs […]
Supreme Court Ruling Strengthens POCSO Act Enforcement
Context: The Supreme Court of India has recently strengthened the enforcement of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, by ruling that watching or possessing sexually explicit material involving minors is illegal, irrespective of whether it is shared or transmitted. This decision overrides a previous judgment from the Madras High Court, which […]
Approval for Simultaneous Elections in India
Context: The Union Cabinet has recently given its nod to a significant proposal that sets the stage for conducting simultaneous elections throughout India. This decision will synchronize the electoral schedule for the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies, and local bodies, aiming to streamline the electoral process. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: […]
Call for Stringent Legal Reforms and Social Change in India
Context: In response to a significant increase in rape crimes throughout India, there has been a renewed outcry for sweeping legal reforms and alterations in societal attitudes towards sexual violence. The public and advocacy groups are pushing for more severe penalties for perpetrators, including the possibility of the death penalty for rape. These demands are […]