The Legal Status of BCCI and Its Accountability: A Supreme Court Scrutiny
Introduction: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), a pivotal figure in the cricketing world, has recently found itself under the judicial microscope of the Supreme Court of India. This legal scrutiny revolves around the complex questions concerning the BCCI’s legal status and its accountability in the wake of alleged misuse of power. […]
Chintaman Rao v. State of M P AIR 1951 SC 118
Introduction: In a landmark case that tested the boundaries between legislative action and fundamental rights, a pre-constitution law aimed at regulating the bidi manufacturing industry came under scrutiny. The Central Provinces and Berar Regulation of Manufacture of Bidis (Agricultural Purposes) Act, 1948, originally enacted to ensure agricultural labor supply by restricting bidi manufacturing during certain […]
Can Fundamental Rights Be Waived? A Look at Basheshar Nath v. CIT
This landmark case, decided in 1959, is a cornerstone of Indian jurisprudence, particularly relevant for understanding the interplay between individual rights and state power. The Supreme Court’s judgment in Basheshar Nath v. CIT sheds light on the crucial concept of waiver of fundamental rights. Doctrine of Waiver and Fundamental Rights The doctrine of waiver implies […]
Landmark Case: Nitisha vs Union of India Recognizes Indirect Discrimination Against Women Officers in Army
Introduction The landmark case of Lt. Col Nitisha vs. Union of India (2021) is a significant victory for gender equality in the Indian Army. This judgment by the Supreme Court of India recognized indirect discrimination faced by women officers and mandated the faithful implementation of the Babita Puniya judgment to ensure equal opportunity and fair […]
Keshavan Madhava Menon v. The State of Bombay: A Landmark Case on Pre-Constitutional Laws and Fundamental Rights
This landmark case from 1951 grapples with a crucial question for the Indian Judiciary: Do pre-existing laws automatically become void when they conflict with the fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution? Let’s delve into the details of this case to understand its significance for Judiciary aspirants. Understanding the Context The Constitution of India came into […]
Safai Karamchari Andolan v. Union of India (2014): Eradicating the Inhuman Practice of Manual Scavenging
Introduction This landmark Supreme Court judgment addressed the plight of manual scavengers in India. It aimed to eradicate this degrading practice, ensure effective rehabilitation of affected workers, and prevent its recurrence. Facts of the Case The inhuman practice of manually removing human excreta from dry latrines using bare hands or basic tools persists in many […]