Today, On 30th April, The Modi government has approved a caste-based census as part of the national population count. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, “Data will be collected in a transparent & structured manner” during the once-in-a-decade exercise.
The Union Law Ministry informed the Lok Sabha that 38 candidates from SC, ST, OBC, and BC are being considered for High Court judgeships. Among the 205 pending recommendations by High Court Collegiums, 16.8% have been from these backgrounds since 2018. The government’s stance on approving candidates based on social media activity remains vague.
The Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly has passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), making it the first state in post-Independence India to do so. The bill aims to standardize laws concerning marriage, divorce, inheritance, and property. Notable provisions include increased marriageable age for women and equal inheritance rights. The bill has sparked widespread debate and anticipation.
Two Kerala High Court officials were suspended for their involvement in a controversial skit that allegedly mocked Prime Minister Modi and the Indian government during Republic Day celebrations. The Chief Justice ordered the suspension pending an inquiry, citing derogatory content and criticism against the government. The incident underscores the delicate balance of political satire in official settings.