Today, On 19th November, The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to create a national policy for organ transplantation and work with all States to ensure uniform rules. The Bench led by CJI BR Gavai also asked the Centre to encourage Andhra Pradesh to adopt the 2011 amendments.
Today(on 23rd July), the Supreme Court issued a split verdict on the approval for GM Mustard, with Justice BV Nagarathna opposing it due to lack of indigenous research, and Justice Sanjay Karol supporting it. Both agreed on the need for a national policy on GM crops. The case has been referred to the Chief Justice for further deliberation.
The Supreme Court has declined to instruct the Central government to create a nationwide policy for subsidized canteens or community kitchens, stating that existing social welfare programs are sufficient. The decision was made in response to a petition advocating for these establishments amid the challenges posed by COVID-19. The Court left it to the States and Union Territories to ensure implementation of welfare Acts and schemes.
