Today, On 22nd September, The Supreme Court questioned the implementation of the Special Component Plan for Scheduled Caste students, asking, “How can reservation exceed 50%?” The Court also raised concerns about overall quotas and the impact on educational institutions.
While hearing the petition, the Supreme Court declined to go into the full details of the matter but allowed the petitioners to seek relief before the Madhya Pradesh High Court. New Delhi, June 9th – The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection from arrest to two Madhya Pradesh-based journalists who have alleged custodial […]
The Supreme Court of India overturned a Kerala High Court ruling that invalidated A Raja’s election from Devikulam, allowing him to continue as MLA. The High Court had ruled Raja, a Christian, was ineligible for a Scheduled Caste seat reserved for Hindus. The Supreme Court dismissed the election petition and restored Raja’s status.
Today, On 24th April, The Supreme Court has slammed the suicides linked to caste discrimination in higher educational institutions, calling it “extremely unfortunate.” It has granted the University Grants Commission (UGC) permission to announce new regulations aimed at addressing caste-based discrimination and preventing such tragic incidents.
A special court in Pudukkottai accepted the CB-CID report stating that three Dalits were responsible for contaminating drinking water with human Waste. The report ruled out any caste-related motive in the incident. As a result, the case was transferred to a different court for further proceedings. The ruling dismisses allegations of caste-based atrocity in the matter.
Justice B.R. Gavai criticized the Supreme Court for its lack of discipline, calling it “the most undisciplined court” compared to the organized High Courts. He pointed out disruptive behavior among lawyers during proceedings and reiterated prior concerns about orderliness. Gavai is set to become India’s second Dalit Chief Justice in May 2025.