“Filing False Cases Reflects Poorly On The Judicial System”: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court, led by Justice Abhay S. Oka, raised concerns about the filing of false cases impacting the judicial system’s integrity. Highlighting recent patterns of misconduct, the Court plans to implement guidelines for enhanced scrutiny in case filings. Discussions will focus on advocate conduct and the senior designation process, with further reviews scheduled.

Supreme Court Takes Action Against Caste-Based Discrimination in Prisons

Issues Notices to Centre and 13 States In a significant move addressing concerns of caste-based discrimination in Indian prisons, the Supreme Court has issued notices to the Union Government and 13 State Governments following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by journalist Sukanya Shanta. The PIL, which is based on Shanta’s award-winning 2020 report titled […]