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The Supreme Court on Thursday (28th Nov) is reviewing a Public Interest Litigation by Tushar Gandhi concerning the slapping of a Muslim student in Muzaffarnagar and violations of the Right to Education Act. Senior Advocate Shadan Farasat highlighted the lack of enforcement against religious discrimination and addressed inadequacies in the chargesheet regarding child cruelty.
Today, On 18th October, Supreme Court Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud reaffirmed that child marriage laws supersede personal laws, emphasizing the protection of minors’ rights. The court mandated enforcing the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act with a focus on preventive strategies and community involvement, while urging Parliament to consider stricter measures against child betrothals.
Today, On 14th August, The Supreme Court granted bail to a juvenile accused, criticizing the denial of bail by the Rajasthan High Court and the Juvenile Justice Board. The decision emphasized the requirement of bail for juveniles under the Juvenile Justice Act, reflecting the judiciary’s commitment to upholding their rights and dignity, even in serious cases.
The Rohini District Court in Delhi has sentenced a man, who was a minor when he committed the crime, to life imprisonment for the 2017 rape and murder of a 5-year-old girl. The court determined that the individual was over 16 years old at the time of the offense, which allowed him to be tried as an adult. Special Judge (POCSO) Sushil Bala Dagar not only handed down the life sentence but also imposed a fine on the convicted individual. Additionally, the judge directed that compensation be provided to the victim’s family as part of the ruling.
The Madras High Court today ruled that schools cannot use Transfer Certificates to collect pending fees and should not make entries regarding fee arrears on the TC. Violation of this order will be dealt with under child protection laws. Children should not be involved in fee collection, as it causes trauma and stigma. The court also emphasized the psychological impact on children and urged schools to provide support during financial strains.
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Today, On 27th June, the father of a 17-year-old boy involved in a fatal Porsche accident in Pune was granted bail. The boy faces charges under the Juvenile Justice Act and the Indian Penal Code. The Bombay High Court also ordered his release from an observation home. Additional arrests were made related to alleged alcohol service to the minor. A series of legal actions and investigations continues.
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Today (27th May): In the Pune accident case, a court granted police custody of Vishal Agarwal, father of the 17-year-old driver. The Porsche Taycan involved in the crash was inspected. The minor faces charges for the accident, and the father also faces legal action. The court imposed conditions on the minor’s bail, addressing the seriousness of the offense.
The Kerala High Court upheld the reproductive rights and dignity of rape survivors, emphasizing the grave mental and physical health risks associated with continuing a pregnancy resulting from rape. The court recognized the fundamental right to autonomy in reproductive decision-making, allowing a 16-year-old survivor to terminate her pregnancy beyond the legally specified timeframe, considering her well-being and future care for the child if the fetus survived.
Today(on 8th April), Tamil Nadu government raised concerns before Madras High Court regarding Election Commission’s ban on school children in political gatherings. Advocate General PS Raman cited PM Modi’s roadshow as reference. The case involves allegations against a school principal under the JJ Act. The court suspended the investigation until the final hearing on April 24.