Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Defends the Sabarimala Verdict, Stating that ‘Untouchability’ Extends Beyond Caste Alone

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud defended the Sabarimala Verdict, asserting that untouchability extends beyond caste under Article 17 of the Indian Constitution. During the MK Nambyar Memorial Lecture, he criticized originalism and emphasized that the Constitution must evolve with societal changes, serving as a foundation for democratic culture rather than rigid rules.

Chirag Paswan Says His Party Will Appeal Against SC Verdict Allowing Sub-Groups Within 15% Scheduled Castes Quota

Today(3rd August), Union Minister Chirag Paswan opposed the Supreme Court’s ruling allowing states to create sub-groups within Scheduled Castes for the 15% quota and announced his party, the Lok Janshakti Party, will appeal. Paswan also supported a caste census, as demanded by Rahul Gandhi, but stressed that the results should not be made public.

Delhi High Court Issued Notice Challenging the Constitutional Validity of Manual Scavenging Rules, 2013.

The Delhi High Court has requested a response from the government regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging laws allowing manual scavenging under the pretext of protective gear. The PIL contends that such legislation perpetuates the practice of manual scavenging by providing a false sense of safety through protective equipment. New Delhi: On February 20th, […]