The Madhya Pradesh High Court has reserved its order on a plea by Shah Bano’s daughter seeking a stay on the release of Haq, a film inspired by the 1985 landmark case. The family alleges the movie distorts facts and was made without their consent.
Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai emphasizes the importance of sub-categorisation within SC/ST groups to ensure that affirmative action benefits reach truly deserving individuals. His tenure focuses on reducing case backlog, improving infrastructure, and promoting social justice. Justice Gavai’s notable rulings reflect his commitment to constitutional integrity and equality in the legal system.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that a family cannot stop an adult woman from living with a same-sex partner. The decision came after a woman claimed her partner was forcibly held by her family. The court stressed the importance of individual freedom and the right to choose one’s partner, regardless of gender. This ruling reflects growing support for LGBTQ+ rights in India.
Today, On 12th December, the Supreme Court instructed all courts to refrain from handling cases regarding surveys of religious sites under the Places of Worship Act, 1991. This decision seeks to maintain communal harmony and secularism while reviewing several petitions challenging the Act’s provisions, emphasizing legal consistency and caution in sensitive matters.
Today, On 12th December, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna directed that no additional suits be registered until the next hearing regarding the Places of Worship Act, 1991, which prohibits changes to religious structures from before India’s independence. Ongoing legal challenges question the Act’s constitutionality, emphasizing the importance of maintaining communal harmony.