Today, On 26th November, Supreme Court responded to a PIL seeking proportional representation of women, queer individuals, lawyers with disabilities, and members of marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The court has now issued notice in the matter.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the passing of the Waqf Bill a “watershed moment.” He said the new law will benefit people who have been ignored for a long time and lacked both voice and opportunities. Speaking from Thailand and Sri Lanka, he highlighted its importance. The bill aims to bring fairness and better rights to marginalized groups.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday (14th Feb) addressed a petition filed by some lawyers from Karnataka, who are seeking reservation for lawyers from marginalized communities in bar bodies. The Court acknowledged that this was an important matter but also made it clear that while diversity in bar bodies is necessary, they do not want these bodies to become divided along caste or religious lines.
The lack of Dalit representation in the higher judiciary is a matter of concern for diversity in the system. At the same time, there is gratitude towards the Supreme Court Collegium for focusing on merit instead of caste when making appointments. This highlights the importance of ability while also addressing the need for fairness. Balancing representation and merit remains a key challenge for the judiciary.
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More than 40 minor girls were reportedly assaulted at the shelter. Initially investigated by the Bihar Police, the Supreme Court later transferred the case to the CBI and moved the trials, except those under the SC-ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, to Delhi as the victims belonged to marginalized communities. Muzaffarpur, Jan 2: Brajesh Thakur, accused […]
Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi criticized the selection process for NHRC chairperson, finding it flawed and lacking consensus. They proposed Justices Rohinton Nariman and Kuttiyil Joseph for the role, emphasizing inclusivity. Despite their dissent, Justice V. Ramasubramanian was appointed as chairperson, raising concerns about fairness and representation within the NHRC.