Justice Anil Verma of the Madhya Pradesh High Court emphasized the necessity of a Uniform Civil Code, noting the delayed realization of triple talaq’s unconstitutionality. He made this observation while partly allowing a petition involving charges under the IPC, the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights of Marriage) Act 2019, and the Dowry Prohibition Act 1961.
Today(on 22nd July), The Madhya Pradesh High Court’s Indore bench adjourned the hearing on the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque complex dispute after ASI submitted its survey report. The matter will be heard following the Supreme Court’s order. The complex is a site of contention between Hindu and Muslim communities, and a previous order regulates access for worship.
The Hindu Front asked the Supreme Court to lift the interim stay on the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Complex dispute. The ongoing legal battle centers around the religious significance of the site for both Hindu and Muslim communities. The Supreme Court agreed to consider listing the petition related to the dispute and declined to halt the ASI survey at the disputed sites.
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Yesterday, On 16th July, Digvijaya Singh filed a petition challenging his BJP rival’s victory in the 2024 Rajgarh Lok Sabha elections, alleging EVM manipulation and election norm violations. He criticized the Election Commission and emphasized the importance of fair elections. The Congress aimed to win seats in Madhya Pradesh but did not succeed. Singh’s petition seeks cancellation of his rival’s election.
On Tuesday(16th July),The Supreme Court rebuked its registry for directing a case involving a service dispute and individuals with criminal histories to the Lok Adalat. The case involved an appeal challenging the rejection of a constable position due to nondisclosure of criminal prosecution, upheld by the Madhya Pradesh High Court in August 2019.
The Supreme Court collegium, led by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud, recommended the elevation of high court judges N Kotiswar Singh and R Mahadevan to the Supreme Court. The collegium also recommended new Chief Justices for eight high courts to enhance diversity and representation from marginalized communities. This move aims to strengthen the judiciary and ensure diverse representation.
Today, On 4th July, The Madhya Pradesh High Court directed the Archaeological Survey of India to submit a survey report on the Bhojshala complex by July 15, amid ongoing legal proceedings. The complex is revered by both Hindus and Muslims, with special arrangements allowing religious rituals for both communities. The court has set the next hearing for July 22.
The Supreme Court of India granted bail to 70-year-old visually impaired Bherulal, criticizing the Madhya Pradesh High Court for a “casual approach.” Bherulal was convicted of various offenses and sentenced to four years in prison. The Supreme Court emphasized the need for proper legal principles and criticized the High Court for lacking reasoning in denying the suspension of the sentence.
The Delhi-based activist Salek Chand Jain has filed a petition in the Madhya Pradesh High Court, seeking the right for the Jain community to worship at the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar. The site, contested between Hindus and Muslims, holds historical and religious significance, and the ASI is preparing to present a survey report to the court.
The Supreme Court issued a notice in response to a plea from the High Court Advocates Bar Association, Jabalpur, and the M.P. High Court Bar Association. The petition challenges a Madhya Pradesh High Court order that dismissed their writ petition against the disconnection of their electricity supply and seeks a stay on the recovery of the bill.
