Today, On 10th December, the Centre informed the Supreme Court about directives issued to state chief secretaries to comply with the Anuradha Bhasin case ruling on internet shutdowns. The petition highlighted concerns over shutdowns during exams disrupting economic activities, urging exploration of alternative anti-cheating methods. The Supreme Court is currently addressing these issues.
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Today, On 12th July, The Supreme Court directed the immediate establishment of Gram Nyayalayas nationwide to address judicial backlog and provide faster justice in rural areas. Emphasizing affordable and accessible legal recourse, the court instructed state authorities to submit details on the establishment and functioning of these courts within six weeks. Currently, only 264 out of an expected 6,000 Gram Nyayalayas have been operational since the Act’s passage in 2008. This intervention underscores the urgent need to prioritize the implementation of Gram Nyayalayas to improve access to justice and alleviate the burden on higher courts.