The Allahabad High Court criticised the trial court for delaying a minor case for over 20 years and called its conduct “lethargic in duty”. It ordered the matter to be concluded within one month, warning action against the judicial officer if further delay occurs.
Yogendra Yadav has filed a PIL in the Supreme Court challenging the ECI’s voter list revision in Bihar, claiming it is arbitrary and unjust. He argues it could disenfranchise millions, particularly marginalized groups, due to stringent document requirements. Yadav alleges this violates fundamental rights and requests immediate intervention to protect voters.
Mahua Moitra has challenged the Election Commission of India’s voter list revision in Bihar, labeling it unconstitutional. She argues it unfairly targets poorer voters and migrants, potentially disenfranchising many. Her petition emphasizes that new citizenship documentation requirements exceed legal limits, risking the exclusion of legitimate voters ahead of elections.
The Supreme Court of India is reviewing a Public Interest Litigation challenging Section 53(2) of the Representation of People Act, which permits unopposed candidates to be elected without votes. Concerns about potential misuse by powerful candidates were raised. Suggestions were made for requiring minimum votes for such candidates to enhance democratic integrity.
Justice Oka addressed the prevalent issue of hate speech in India, which often targets religious minorities and oppressed communities, aiming to provoke societal division. He emphasized the need for public awareness and education to reduce such speech, while safeguarding free speech rights. Oka advocated for the right to dissent and protest as essential democratic principles.