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    Constitution Obligates State And Its Institutions to Dismantle Structural Inequality: EX-CJI B. R. Gavai
    Constitution Obligates State And Its Institutions to Dismantle Structural Inequality: EX-CJI B. R. Gavai
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    Constitution Obligates State And Its Institutions to Dismantle Structural Inequality: EX-CJI B. R. Gavai

    Former CJI B. R. Gavai said the Constitution demands dismantling structural inequality, not offering formal equality alone. Speaking at NALSAR University of Law in Hyderabad, he stressed substantive equality must shape governance, policy, and development in the Indian framework.

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    Supreme Court to Examine Plea Questioning Validity of Rajasthan’s Anti-Conversion Law
    Supreme Court to Examine Plea Questioning Validity of Rajasthan’s Anti-Conversion Law
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    Supreme Court to Examine Plea Questioning Validity of Rajasthan’s Anti-Conversion Law

    The Supreme Court agreed to hear a petition challenging the validity of the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2025. The plea argues that the new law violates fundamental rights and requires urgent judicial scrutiny to assess its constitutional fairness.

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    Rahul Gandhi Promises Article 244A Implementation, Vows Action Against Himanta Biswa Sarma Ahead of Assam Elections
    Rahul Gandhi Promises Article 244A Implementation, Vows Action Against Himanta Biswa Sarma Ahead of Assam Elections
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    Rahul Gandhi Promises Article 244A Implementation, Vows Action Against Himanta Biswa Sarma Ahead of Assam Elections

    Rahul Gandhi said Congress will implement Article 244A to ensure tribal self-governance in Assam and accused the BJP of weakening autonomous councils. He also warned that legal action will be taken against Himanta Biswa Sarma if Congress comes to power.

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    If CM Barges Into Raid, Can ED Inform State Police Which Is Headed by the Chief Minister?: Supreme Court Asks West Bengal

    Today, On 24th March, The Supreme Court asked whether the Enforcement Directorate can seek relief from the West Bengal government after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly obstructed its raid at I-PAC, raising broader concerns over accountability and legal recourse.

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    Criticising Supreme Court Judgments Is Not Contempt, Says CJI Bench
    Criticising Supreme Court Judgments Is Not Contempt, Says CJI Bench
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    “Should I hear this matter Somebody may accuse me of conflict of interest”: CJI Surya Kant recuses from the Election Commissioner appointments case

    Surya Kant recused himself from hearing petitions challenging the law on appointment of Election Commissioners. A Bench including Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi was scheduled to hear the matter.

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    When HC Judges Can’t Decide the Correct Answer, How Can Law Graduates?: Supreme Court On  Chandigarh Law Officer Exam Question
    When HC Judges Can’t Decide the Correct Answer, How Can Law Graduates?: Supreme Court On  Chandigarh Law Officer Exam Question
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    When HC Judges Can’t Decide the Correct Answer, How Can Law Graduates?: Supreme Court On  Chandigarh Law Officer Exam Question

    The Supreme Court resolved an ambiguous Chandigarh law officer exam question after conflicting High Court rulings. Justices Sanjay Karol and Prashant Kumar Mishra held that determining which constitutional schedule is immune from judicial review is unsuitable for multiple-choice evaluation.

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    AFGIS Performs Public Function, Under Deep Govt Control Is ‘State’ Under Article 12: Supreme Court 
    AFGIS Performs Public Function, Under Deep Govt Control Is ‘State’ Under Article 12: Supreme Court 
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    AFGIS Performs Public Function, Under Deep Govt Control Is ‘State’ Under Article 12: Supreme Court 

    The Supreme Court of India ruled Air Force Group Insurance Society is “State” under Article 12, restoring employees’ pay parity plea and setting aside Delhi High Court’s 2023 ruling, with Justices Sanjay Karol and Vipul M. Pancholi.

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    Some Platforms Act In A Dangerous Way: Supreme Court 3-Judge Bench To Examine Validity Of Fact Check Units
    Some Platforms Act In A Dangerous Way: Supreme Court 3-Judge Bench To Examine Validity Of Fact Check Units
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    Some Platforms Act In A Dangerous Way: Supreme Court 3-Judge Bench To Examine Validity Of Fact Check Units

    The Supreme Court said key questions arise over validity of Fact-Check Units targeting misleading news about the government online, with Chief Justice Surya Kant stressing the need to balance regulation and constitutional values while referring the matter to a three-judge bench.

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    Judges Must Uphold Their Oath and Judicial Dharma: Justice B.V. Nagarathna
    Judges Must Uphold Their Oath and Judicial Dharma: Justice B.V. Nagarathna
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    Judges Must Uphold Their Oath and Judicial Dharma: Justice B.V. Nagarathna

    Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna said judges must honour their oath and judicial dharma even when unpopular decisions risk their elevation or extensions. She stressed that judicial review must balance transformative constitutionalism with the basic structure through courts.

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    High Courts Cannot Unsettle The Finality Of Apex Court Orders : Supreme Court
    High Courts Cannot Unsettle The Finality Of Apex Court Orders : Supreme Court
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    High Courts Cannot Unsettle The Finality Of Apex Court Orders : Supreme Court

    Supreme Court ruled that High Courts cannot disturb the finality of Apex Court orders. It added that non-parties affected by a judgment in rem may seek appropriate remedies in service matters.

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