“Faced Criticism from My Own Community for Supporting Creamy Layer Rule,” Says Ex-CJI Gavai in Mumbai Lecture

Former CJI B.R. Gavai revealed he was criticised by his own community for holding that the creamy layer principle should apply to SC reservations. He linked his stance to Ambedkar’s real vision of social and economic justice.

SC Reserves Judgment on A Raja’s Plea Challenging Kerala HC Order Cancelling His MLA Election from Devikulam Amid Controversy Over Eligibility

Today(26th Sept), The Supreme Court of India has reserved its judgment on CPI(M) leader A Raja’s plea challenging the Kerala High Court’s decision to nullify his election from the Devikulam Assembly seat over eligibility issues. The case centers on allegations by Congress leader D Kumar, who claims Raja was ineligible to contest for the SC-reserved seat due to questions surrounding his caste credentials.