The Telangana High Court ruled that the Speaker must address disqualification petitions against three MLAs, previously affiliated with BRS and now with Congress, within a reasonable timeframe. The ruling stressed the importance of timely decisions aligning with the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution and referenced relevant Supreme Court cases on disqualification matters.
On 11th March, The Punjab and Haryana High Court emphasized a woman’s sexual autonomy as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution, particularly in relation to the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act. The court highlighted the need for legal recognition and support for unmarried women’s reproductive rights and addressed the ethical implications of their choices.
