“For God’s Sake, Get it Done by Then,”: Bombay HC Orders Functional State Advisory Board for Disabled Persons Within 1 Month

Today, On 11th July, The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to make the advisory board for disabled persons functional within a month, emphasizing the government’s duty to proactively implement laws without the need for court orders. The court’s intervention underscores the importance of fulfilling statutory duties and supporting marginalized groups promptly.

[Maratha Reservation Disputes] Bombay HC Criticizes Reckless Pleadings

Today, On 1st July, The Bombay High Court criticized the reckless pleadings in petitions challenging the Maratha reservation, emphasizing their significant impact on the state’s population. The court commenced final hearings on the matter, reviewing the constitutional validity of the 10% reservation and considering the inclusion of the Maharashtra State Backward Class Commission. Some petitioners argue against the Maratha community’s qualification as a backward group and the state’s reservation cap.