Today, On 11th July, In the mandatory Kannada language case, the Karnataka High Court directed the state to “gear up your machinery” and granted three weeks’ time to file its response, emphasizing the need for timely action and clarity.
A committee led by two former High Court judges has submitted its report on the Badlapur school sexual abuse case, proposing key safety measures. The recommendations include mandatory CCTV installation and thorough character verification of school staff. These measures aim to enhance student safety and prevent future incidents in educational institutions. The court will review the suggestions for statewide implementation.
The Supreme Court Today (Nov 25) issued notice to the government on a Public Interest Litigation seeking compulsory legal education and self-defence training in schools. A two-Judge Bench comprising Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice K.V. Vishwanathan issued notice to the Union Government, returnable in four weeks. The PIL filed under Article 32 of the Constitution, says that integration of legal education and self-defence training could play a crucial role in preventing delinquency and protecting children from violence. “Making these subjects mandatory in schools can significantly enhance their safety and wellbeing.”
The Supreme Court dismissed an NGO’s plea regarding poor conditions in Madhya Pradesh government schools, directing the NGO to approach the High Court instead. The petition highlighted unsafe infrastructure, lack of hygiene, insufficient teachers, and inadequate facilities, emphasizing violations of students’ educational rights, and prompting concerns about the state’s responsibilities in education.
The Supreme Court today issued a notice in a PIL for increased awareness of anti-rape laws in schools and society. It responds to rising violence against women, emphasizing the need for effective communication of laws. The petition questions the efficacy of harsh punishments and highlights the importance of transforming societal attitudes through education and awareness.
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The Bombay High Court emphasized the need for a committee to enforce POCSO rules, proposing the inclusion of retired IPS officer Meera Borwankar, former Bombay High Court judge Sadhana Jadhav, and Shalini Phasalkar Joshi. The court also criticized the flawed implementation and progress in investigations related to sexual assault on minors. It highlighted the importance of thorough investigations, female attendants in boys’ schools, and video recordings for statements in POCSO cases. The court adjourned the matter for four weeks and instructed the committee to submit a report in eight weeks.
