SUPREME COURT REITERATES ‘BAIL IS THE RULE’ PRINCIPLE
Why in the News? Strong remarks: The Supreme Court criticised denial of bail merely to give accused a “taste of imprisonment as a lesson,” emphasizing the need for ex post […]
CHILD MARRIAGE AS SOCIAL SCOURGE
Syllabus: GS-2: ● Social issues ● Welfare schemes for vulnerable section of society Why in the News? India has reiterated its commitment to eliminate child marriage by 2030 under the […]
Pending Trials Cannot Justify Indefinite Passport Denial
Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India ruled that passport authorities cannot indefinitely deny passport renewal merely due to pending criminal proceedings, affirming that the right to travel […]
Himachal HC Declares Encroachment Law Unconstitutional
Why in the News ? The Himachal High Court struck down Section 163-A of the HP Land Revenue Act, 1954, calling it unconstitutional for enabling the regularisation of encroachments. The […]