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SangsLegal News Recent observations by the Supreme Court on reservations and sub classifications within the Scheduled Caste categories |
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The supreme court recently held that the subdivision of Scheduled Castes is permissible in order to allocate separate quotas for those who are considered more socio-economically disadvantaged within the SC community. States have the authority to identify individuals within the SC category who are more disadvantaged and may subdivide them for a separate quota allocation within the overall quota.
The Supreme Court has further ruled that the 'Creamy Layer' should be excluded from the reservations for Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes.
( Case Details : State Of Punjab And Ors. v Davinder Singh And Ors )
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SangsLegal News If a right to speedy trial is violated the constitutional court has the power to grant bail to an undertrial prisoner :Supreme Court |
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The Supreme Court, in a landmark decision, granted bail to an undertrial prisoner accused under the UAPA. The court stated that even though there are statutory limitations, a constitutional court has the authority to grant bail if it determines that the individual's right to a speedy trial as per Article 21 of the Constitution has been violated.
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SangsLegal News New criminal laws will be implemented across India on 1st of July |
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Effective Monday, July 1, three new criminal laws will be implemented across India, bringing about substantial changes to the country's criminal justice system and replacing colonial-era legislation. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) will supersede the old Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act.
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SangsLegal News The Supreme Court expresses concern over the appointment of judicial officers as legal advisors by the DDA.. |
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The Supreme Court expressed its dismay over the practice of Delhi Development Authority appointing in-service Judicial Officers from the Delhi Higher Judicial Service as its legal advisors. The Court noted that this practice undermines judicial independence and the Doctrine of separation of powers. The Court directed the DDA to cease this practice and requested the Delhi High Court to investigate the matter and take necessary action. ( Case Detailed : Bindu Kapurea v. Subhasish Panda Dairy No. 21171-2024, In Re Subhasish Panda Vice Chairman DDA SMC(Crl) No. 2/2024)
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SangsLegal News An accused cannot request the transfer of a case for the offense of dishonour of a cheque under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881:Supreme court |
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The Supreme Court recently held that an accused cannot request the transfer of a case concerning the dishonour of a cheque under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881. The Court also noted that the petitioner has the option to seek exemption from appearing in person before the relevant Court. (Case Details: KASTHURIPANDIAN S VS. RBL BANK LIMITED DIARY NO. - 23680/2024)
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