The Supreme Court has asked the Telangana Assembly Speaker to submit a status report within two weeks on disqualification pleas against BRS MLAs who defected to Congress. The court warned that this is the final opportunity and non-compliance will invite serious consequences.
Today, On 3rd April,The Supreme Court strongly criticized Telangana Chief Minister’s statement on bye-elections, questioning whether it had made a mistake by not taking contempt action earlier. The court expressed concerns that such remarks could undermine judicial authority and influence legal proceedings. The issue stems from the ongoing disqualification row involving state legislators. The SC’s sharp response highlights the seriousness of the matter and its implications for democratic processes.
Today, On 25th March, The Supreme Court is deliberating whether a High Court can direct an Assembly Speaker to act within a specific time frame. The issue arose in a case where the HC had set a deadline for the Speaker’s decision on a matter. The SC is examining the constitutional limits of judicial intervention in legislative processes. A ruling on this could have significant implications for the separation of powers.
