The Centre opposed a plea in the Supreme Court seeking a lifetime ban on convicted individuals from contesting elections. The government argued that the authority to impose such a restriction rests with Parliament. It maintained that any change in electoral disqualifications should be decided through legislative processes. The Supreme Court’s decision on the matter could have significant political and legal implications.
Today, On 10th January, The Supreme Court dismissed PILs challenging the Women’s Reservation Bill, stating there was no violation of fundamental rights, including Article 14. The petitions questioned the Bill’s constitutional validity and its deferment due to the delimitation clause. The Court clarified that Article 32 jurisdiction cannot be invoked in this case. This decision reaffirms the legislative process for implementing women’s political representation in India.