Constitutional Alchemy
The anti-defection law was meant to end the era of the “Aaya Ram, Gaya Ram” politician. Four decades later, it has produced constitutional alchemists seeking ever newer ways to turn defection into legality.
The anti-defection law was meant to end the era of the “Aaya Ram, Gaya Ram” politician. Four decades later, it has produced constitutional alchemists seeking ever newer ways to turn defection into legality.
The plea, filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay, has asked for directions to restrict the use of Aadhaar cards strictly for identity verification.
A Bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice V. Mohana issued notice to the petitioners who have challenged the amended law before various High Courts and sought their response to the Union government's plea that all such cases be heard together, preferably by the Delhi High Court.
The order was passed by the Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice V. Mohana after hearing the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by K.S. Raju Legal Trust through its representative, Dr Jagmohan Singh Raju.
While hearing the matter, a bench of Justices Sandeep Mehta and Vijay Bishnoi denied bail to RTI activist Rakesh Kumar Behl and his aide.
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has dealt a decisive blow to the shadows that have long shrouded political funding in the country.
The Muslim body said that the CAA is "unconstitutional and discriminatory" against Muslims.
The top court has also directed the Election Commission to furnish the details on its official website by March 15.
The petition has been filed by Congress leader Jaya Thakur.
Justice Gavai, speaking for the bench, stated: “We are amazed at the audacity of the then Hon’ble Forest Minister and Mr. Kishan Chand, DFO, in giving a total go-by to the statutory provisions.
