The Delhi High Court, in the Vikas Chawla case, referenced Justice H.R. Khanna’s historic dissent in ADM Jabalpur to emphasize the importance of personal liberty. The court criticized procedural lapses that led to violations of fundamental rights, reinforcing that due process cannot be compromised. It reiterated that constitutional protections must prevail over administrative expediency. This judgment highlights the judiciary’s role in safeguarding individual freedoms against arbitrary state action.
On Wednesday(11th Sept), During the Supreme Court hearing, Attorney General R. Venkataramani stressed that enforcing fundamental duties requires ongoing legislative action and oversight. His comments came as the court reviewed a petition by lawyer Durga Dutt seeking clear laws to ensure compliance with constitutional duties.
Today, On 26th June, The Bar Council of India urged the suspension of new criminal laws amid nationwide protests, emphasizing the need for careful reconsideration due to public dissent. Legal experts have expressed serious concerns about the potential threats to fundamental rights and democratic principles. The BCI plans to engage with the government and appeal for temporary halting of protests for dialogue.
The Supreme Court of India has laid down comprehensive guidelines for handling protection petitions filed by couples, prioritizing right to dignity and fundamental rights. The directives emphasize the need to safeguard the dignity of intimate partners, including LGBTQ+ individuals, without moral biases. This decision, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, sets a progressive precedent in protecting individual liberties.
