Today, On 3rd June, A petition submitted to the High Court, urging the Election Commission to implement measures preventing political parties and candidates from soliciting votes based on religious or linguistic appeals. The petition argues that such corrupt practices undermine the secular nature of the electoral process and violate constitutional principles. A petition submitted to the High Court urges the Election Commission to stop political parties from seeking votes based on religious or linguistic appeals. The petition calls for an independent commission to oversee the enforcement of a 2017 Supreme Court judgment prohibiting such practices. The Madras High Court issued a notice to the Election Commission and scheduled a further hearing.
Retired Supreme Court Justice KM Joseph delivered a lecture advocating for comprehensive reforms across government, media, and judiciary to uphold the Constitution and democratic principles. He criticized media’s prioritization of business interests over journalistic integrity and proposed reforms within the Indian judiciary, emphasizing the need for a permanent constitution bench and a proactive stance on judicial appointments.
The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) voiced concerns over the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), challenging the government’s claim of aiding persecuted minorities. They highlighted the Act’s selectiveness in excluding certain groups and raised issues about dual citizenship. The IUML emphasized the importance of a fair and non-discriminatory refugee policy. They assert that the CAA’s implementation discriminates and lacks logical connection with its purported goal.
The Allahabad High Court Today (March 22nd) declared the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 unconstitutional and a violation of secularism. The court directed the government to accommodate madrasa students into the formal education system. This decision will lead to the ceasing of government financial aid to madrasas and their eventual abolition.
The Chhattisgarh High Court rejected a PIL challenging the state’s annual Hindu pilgrimage scheme to the Ayodhya Ram temple, citing its non-discriminatory nature and fulfillment of a pre-election promise. The court emphasized the accessibility to all, dismissed alleged violation of secular principles, and scrutinized the petitioner’s political affiliations. This decision reaffirmed the scheme’s constitutionality and alignment with secular values.
Today, Kerala CPI MP Binoy Viswam strongly opposes the implementation of the divisive Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), arguing it undermines India’s secular values. He is actively challenging the CAA legally and politically, criticizing its impact on secularism and equality. Viswam is committed to defending the secular fabric of India against such divisive laws.
The Supreme Court Justice Abhay Oka has called for the legal fraternity to eschew religious rituals, such as pooja (worship), during court-related events. Instead, he suggests inaugurating such events by paying homage to the Preamble of the Constitution. Justice Oka made these remarks during the foundation-laying ceremony of a new court building in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune […]