Today, On 1st October, the Supreme Court announced plans for nationwide demolition guidelines, emphasizing that property cannot be destroyed solely due to accusations or convictions. The court will ensure due process is followed, protecting public interest while removing unauthorized structures, regardless of religion. Judicial oversight and notice protocols for demolitions will be established.
Former Aligarh Muslim University vice-chancellor and army veteran Zameer Uddin Shah has raised concerns over “bulldozer justice” actions targeting the Muslim community. He argues that these punitive measures lack due legal process and resemble extrajudicial executions. The Supreme Court is set to consider petitions challenging such demolitions and establish nationwide guidelines on property demolitions.
The Central Government defended the criminalization of instant triple talaq, stating that it protects the rights of married Muslim women and promotes gender justice and equality. The 2019 law aims to safeguard women affected by triple talaq, following the Supreme Court’s invalidation of the practice and its review of the law. The government emphasized the legislative role in determining criminal conduct based on current social conditions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need for a secular civil code, denouncing the current communal civil code in India. Highlighting the Supreme Court’s support for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), he called for its implementation to eliminate religious discrimination. The UCC aims to establish uniform laws across all religions in areas such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, succession, and adoption. Despite support from the ruling party, the timeline for implementation remains uncertain, sparking strong opinions and debates.
On Thursday(4th April), The Delhi High Court has asked for an update from the police on the progress of investigations into the 2020 riots. Despite 750 FIRs being filed, 273 investigations are still pending. The court has demanded a status report within 10 days and emphasized the need for accountability and progress in the tragic events of February 2020.
