SC's 9-Judge Bench to Hear Sabarimala Review Pleas on April 7, Examining Articles 25 & 26

Jharkhand HC: Right to Protest Cannot Extend to Obstructing Courts, Directs Security for Judicial Officers

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that the fundamental right to protest under Article 19 does not permit obstruction of court proceedings, assault on judicial officers, or vandalism of court premises. This ruling, arising from a 2022 mob attack at Latehar Civil Court, reinforces judicial independence as a basic feature of the Constitution and mandates enhanced security for judicial officers across the state. For exam aspirants, this is a key case linking fundamental rights, reasonable restrictions, and the doctrine of basic structure.

SC Awards ₹12 Lakh Compensation to Woman Denied Peon Job by IOC on Gender Grounds

The Supreme Court has ruled that excluding a woman candidate from a PSU job solely because she is a woman violates fundamental rights. This landmark judgment reinforces the constitutional guarantee of gender equality and non-discrimination in public employment, awarding ₹12 lakh compensation after 37 years of legal battle.

SC Upholds Hanging as Constitutional Mode of Execution, Cites Deena vs UOI (1983) & BNSS Section 393(5)

The Supreme Court has upheld hanging as a constitutional mode of execution, dismissing a PIL that challenged its validity under Article 21. The Court relied on the 1983 precedent in Deena vs UOI and Parliament's retention of hanging in the BNSS. This reaffirms the state's obligation to execute death sentences with dignity.

SC 7-Judge Bench to Settle Legislative Privilege vs Free Speech Tussle Under Articles 194, 19(1)(a)

The Supreme Court will hear a seven-judge Constitution Bench from October 6 to decide whether legislative privileges under Article 194 override the fundamental right to freedom of speech under Article 19(1)(a). The case stems from a 2003 editorial by The Hindu criticizing then Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa, leading to breach of privilege proceedings. This is a landmark constitutional question with implications for press freedom and parliamentary democracy.

Supreme Court Refers Challenge to 2023 EC Appointment Law to 5-Judge Constitution Bench

The Supreme Court has referred the challenge to the 2023 law on appointment of Election Commissioners to a 5-judge Constitution Bench after a split verdict. The law replaced the Chief Justice of India with a Union Cabinet Minister in the selection committee, raising concerns about executive dominance and independence of the Election Commission. This case is crucial for exam aspirants as it involves constitutional principles of independence of constitutional bodies and separation of powers.

Nine-Judge SC Bench Upholds IRC 2020 Industry Definition; 1978 Triple Test Limited to Past Disputes

The Supreme Court's nine-judge bench has settled the law on the definition of 'industry' under the Industrial Relations Code 2020, ruling that the expansive triple test from the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply case applies only to pending disputes under the old Industrial Disputes Act. This judgment is essential for understanding the transition in labour law and the scope of judicial interpretation.

Supreme Court Nine-Judge Bench Revisits 'Industry' Definition: Bangalore Water Supply Case (1978) Under Scrutiny

The Supreme Court's nine-judge bench is set to rule on the definition of 'industry' under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, potentially expanding or contracting labour protections for workers in hospitals, educational institutions, and government welfare schemes. This landmark decision could impact millions of employees and reshape industrial relations law.

SC’s Nine-Judge Bench Split: ‘Industry’ Definition Retains 1978 Triple Test for Pending Cases

A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court delivered a fractured verdict on what constitutes an 'industry' under labour law. The judges agreed that pending cases under the repealed Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 will continue to be decided under the 1978 'triple test' from Bangalore Water Supply case. The new Industrial Relations Code, 2020 must be interpreted independently, and the ruling does not extend the old jurisprudence forward.