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SC Hearing: Solicitor General Tushar Mehta Defends Governors’ Constitutional Role, Rejects ‘Postman’ Label

New Delhi: The Supreme Court continued its hearing on Wednesday regarding the Presidential reference on whether timelines can be fixed for Governors and the President to act on Bills passed by State legislatures. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta opposed the notion that Governors are mere “postmen,” asserting that they occupy a high constitutional office with an...

Supreme Court Cites Nepal, Bangladesh Unrest While Defending Indian Constitution
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Supreme Court Cites Nepal, Bangladesh Unrest While Defending Indian Constitution

The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday highlighted the importance of the nation’s constitutional framework while drawing comparisons with recent unrest in neighboring countries. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, referring to deadly protests in Nepal led by the Gen Z population, remarked, “We are proud of our constitution, see what is happening in neighbouring countries.” Justice...