The Supreme Court of India is addressing whether the age of majority for men under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act should be 18 or 21 years while filing annulment cases. This inquiry arises from a woman contesting an Allahabad High Court ruling that favored her husband, declaring their childhood marriage void despite earlier limitations.
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The Supreme Court On December 9 addressed West Bengal’s petition against the Calcutta High Court’s annulment of OBC classification for 77 communities, mainly Muslim. Justice Gavai emphasized reservations cannot be religion-based. While Sibal defended the classification as socially rooted, Patwalia critiqued its implementation. The Court scheduled further hearings for January 2025.
The Madras High Court annulled a 20-year-old woman’s marriage to her former teacher, citing coercion and lack of understanding during the signing of marriage papers. The court voided the registration, emphasizing the importance of consent and personal autonomy. The teacher agreed to end the marriage, allowing the woman to pursue her education.
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The Bombay High Court has issued a notice to MP Ravindra Waikar, requiring him to respond to a petition challenging his victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Amol Kirtikar of the opposing faction has filed the petition, claiming irregularities in the vote counting process and seeking the annulment of Waikar’s election.
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Vinesh Phogat has appealed her disqualification from the 2024 Paris Olympics, challenging the United World Wrestling’s decision. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) appointed Dr. Annabelle Bennett as the sole arbitrator. A hearing is scheduled for August 9, with a decision expected before the Olympic Games’ conclusion on August 11.
The Allahabad High Court reserves judgment on Maneka Gandhi’s petition challenging the election of Samajwadi Party candidate Ram Bhual Nishad from Sultanpur Lok Sabha seat in the 2024 elections. It alleges discrepancies in Nishad’s criminal record disclosure. The case faces a judicial review after concerns were raised about its late submission.