PM Modi trying to do match-fixing in Lok Sabha polls: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi accuses PM Modi of 'match-fixing' in Lok Sabha polls to alter the Constitution, endangering rights. At 'Save Democracy' rally, he underscores the election's critical nature to preserve democracy, Constitution, and rights of the people. Key Points
Economic TimesNational Law University wins big at the North Region ConQuest quiz 2023
Each team comprised three members, and the quiz had a total of five rounds. The trio from NLU—Kartikya Aggarwal, Ananya, and Rishabh—won. Key Points
ThePrint‘Need to engage with Constitution, not worship it’ — Arghya Sengupta on ‘The Colonial Constitution’
Arghya Sengupta, founder of Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, discussed his book with Fali S. Nariman & Shekhar Gupta, said it's a call to think about new constitutional ideas for India. Key Points
ThePrintArticle 370 has self-limiting character : SC
The top court also heard the arguments advanced by senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy, Nitya Ramakrishnan, Sanjay Parikh and PC Sen on behalf of the petitioners. The hearing remained inconclusive and will continue on Thursday with Attorney General R Venkataramani and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta presenting their arguments on behalf of the Centre. Key Points
Economic Times'Basic structure' doctrine a judicial coup against Parliament. Gogoi is right in debating it
Judiciary doesn’t represent will of people. To defend the collegium system, the Supreme Court invoked its invention— ‘basic structure’ of the Constitution. Key Points
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SC about to hear pleas to legalise same sex marriage: Follow us for live updates
The SC had referred the pleas on same sex marriage to a constitution Bench on March 13, saying questions of 'seminal importance' were involved. Arguments are set to begin soon. Key Points
The Indian ExpressCulture of ‘forcing silence’ and branding people ‘anti-nationals’ will destroy Constitution, says Mallikarjun Kharge
Mr. Kharge said the culture of forcing silence on anyone - be it Opposition parties, civil society groups, activists, NGOs, judiciary, media and ordinary citizens and branding them as “anti-nationals” is a dangerous trend. Key Points
The HinduBig shock to those who run political parties through dynasties : CM Shinde takes swipe at Uddhav, Congres
In a blow to Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction, Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar declared Eknath Shinde's faction as the real Shiv Sena after the split in June 2022. The Speaker cited the 1999 constitution as valid, rejecting the 2018 leadership structure and stating that Uddhav Thackeray's removal of Eknath Shinde wasn't accepted under the party constitution. Shinde's faction, in celebration, hailed it as the victory of truth and democracy. The split occurred when Shinde, along with 37 MLAs, joined the BJP, leading to the collapse of the Uddhav Thackeray government. Key Points
Economic TimesKovind panel suggests 18 amendments to Constitution, other statutes for simultaneous polls
A high-level committee on simultaneous elections in India has proposed 18 amendments to the constitution and other statutes to implement the proposal. The panel, led by former president Ram Nath Kovind, recommends simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days. Key Points
Economic TimesReality check: Leo Varadkar's downfall shows dangers of politics driven by symbolism
Varadkar was path-breaking. Being one of the first biracial leaders in Europe may not seem special with the UK, Scotland and Wales, now all led by non-white men. But in a wider European context, where Hungary's Viktor Orban made a speech in 2022 against 'race-mixing', Ireland's easy acceptance of Varadkar was significant. Key Points
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'All 50 American States have own flags': Shashi Tharoor replies to Amit Shah's 'two flags, constitutions in J&K' remark
The BJP has for long maintained that the 'two flags and two Constitutions' situation in Jammu and Kashmir was not acceptable to it. In August 2019, the Centre abrogated Article 370 under which special status was accorded to Jammu and Kashmir. Key Points
Business TodayMuslim bodies say the Law Commission’s move inviting suggestions for Uniform Civil Code is ‘against the spirit of the Constitution’
Leading Muslim bodies have come out in opposition to the proposed Uniform Civil Code. Calling the Law Commission’s move to seek suggestions from all stakeholders for a common code “against the spirit of the Constitution” and “contrary to religious freedom enjoyed by all citizens”, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) urged the government to think over the proposal again. “It is an attempt at polarisation and a diversionary tactic by the government,” the Board said. Key Points
The HinduFrance inscribes right to abortion in constitution
France inscribed the guaranteed right to abortion in its constitution on Friday, a powerful message of support for women’s rights on... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaCongress leadership should apologise, clarify on Sam Pitroda's stand : BSP MP
BSP MP Malook Nagar demands Congress to apologize and clarify whether Sam Pitroda's endorsement of Sudheendra Kulkarni's views is personal or on behalf of the Congress. Sam Pitroda later deleted his tweet supporting Kulkarni. Key Points
Economic TimesQuota for women, minorities & civil code — where India's ‘founding mothers’ stood on key issues
Supreme Court in a judgment earlier this month used term ‘founding parents’ to refer to makers of Constitution. Of 389 members of Constituent Assembly, 15 were women. Key Points
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Karnataka bank is private entity, not 'State' rules HC
The High Court of Karnataka rejects a writ petition against Karnataka Bank, affirming it's not a 'State' under the Constitution, denying it statutory or public duty. The petition, seeking withdrawal of fixed deposits, stemmed from a suit over a will. The bank cited the pending lawsuit as cause for refusal, prompting the petitioner's High Court appeal. The court ruled Article 226 inapplicable as the bank doesn't qualify as a 'State' under Article 12 of the Constitution. Key Points
Economic TimesSena vs Sena: CM Eknath Shinde-led faction is real Shiv Sena, says Maha Speaker; Thackeray faction to chal
Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar has rejected the Uddhav Thackeray faction's 2018 amendment to the Shiv Sena constitution. The Supreme Court allowed the Speaker until January 10 to pronounce the decision on disqualification petitions against MLAs, including Shinde. Key Points
Economic TimesKarnal assembly by-election: EC moves prompt debate over the legal provisions for by-poll
The statutory requirement is enshrined in Section 151-A. But since the constitutional mandate as per Article 164 (4) of the constitution is that one cannot remain a minister for more than six months without being a member of the House. So the constitutional mandate will prevail – Vikram Chaudhri, senior HC advocate Key Points
Hindustan TimesLok Sabha elections 2024: Akhilesh Yadav takes ‘Hitler’ jibe at PM Modi, says ‘2014- 2024…10 years was the time of…’
Akhilesh Yadav criticizes PM Modi, comparing his rule to Hitler. He stresses the importance of defending the constitution and democracy in the upcoming elections. Key Points
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