NEW DELHI: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the achievements of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government over the last ten years. He stated that his government has always prioritized women’s safety and made strict changes in the law, including introducing capital punishment for serious crimes like rape.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath criticized Aligarh Muslim University for its 50% Muslim reservation, questioning its fairness to SCs, STs, and OBCs, despite central funding. He emphasized the need for equal opportunities as mandated by the Constitution and pointed out political parties hindering favorable policies for electoral gain.
The Law Minister, Arjun Ram Meghwal, emphasized the government’s commitment to implementing the ‘One Nation, One Poll’ and a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to streamline elections and establish common laws for all citizens. He also approved the National Litigation Policy to reduce case backlog, aligning with the government’s focus on ease of living and governance efficiency.
Kapil Sibal, a Rajya Sabha member and senior advocate, expressed strong concerns over new criminal laws, aiming to urge a review if supported by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). He emphasized the lack of consultation in formulating these laws and criticized the decline of the bar’s independence and political polarization. Sibal also critiqued the judiciary’s lack of uniformity in institutional procedures and emphasized the need for introspection in the appointment mechanisms.
