Today, On 23rd June, The Supreme Court raised a key question on issuing OBC certificates to children of single mothers, asking, “What if there’s inter-caste marriage?” The Court said the issue is important and needs proper discussion with all States involved.
Justice Manoj Misra, born on June 2, 1965, graduated from the University of Allahabad in 1988 and began his legal career at the Allahabad High Court. After 23 years in practice, he became an Additional Judge in 2011 and a Permanent Judge in 2013. He was appointed as a Supreme Court Judge on February 6, 2023.
Today(24th Sept), The West Bengal government has requested an expedited Supreme Court hearing on its appeal against the Calcutta High Court’s ruling that struck down the inclusion of several Muslim castes in the state’s OBC list. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal emphasized the urgency due to an administrative standstill in public service appointments following the judgment.
The Calcutta High Court has overturned the controversial decision of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) Government in West Bengal to grant OBC status to certain communities post-2010. CM Yogi Adityanath supports the ruling, emphasizing the prohibition of religious-based reservations according to the Indian Constitution. Mamata Banerjee opposes the decision, accusing the BJP of influencing the verdict.
Today, On 22nd May, The Calcutta High Court nullified OBC certificates issued in West Bengal post-2010. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vehemently opposes this ruling, asserting that OBC reservation will persist. She criticized the BJP and expressed disapproval over the court’s decision affecting over 5 lakh OBC certificates. The Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal will conclude on June 4.
Today(on 22nd May), Calcutta High Court invalidates all OBC certificates issued by the Trinamool Congress government since 2011, affecting around five lakh certificates for employment and education benefits. The ruling bars these certificates from use in employment processes to address procedural irregularities.