What does Socialist Republic mean? – Explained by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court in the case of ‘D.S. Nakara v. Union of India (1982)’, while deciding the question of pension, discussed the concept of Socialism as follows- What does a…
What is pension and why pension is needed in welfare state?
“When you gave your best in the hey-day of life to your employer, in days of invalidity, economic security by way of periodical payment is assured.” The antiquated notion of…
D.S. Nakara v. Union of India (1982) – An analysis
The case of ‘D.S. Nakara v. Union of India (1982)’, is a landmark case on right to equality in India. The case arose when government issued a notification laying down…
Ashoka Kumar Thakur Case – When the importance of Caste Census appeared before the Supreme Court
The ‘Caste Census’ is a hot topic in India nowadays. The issue was first raised this year by Indian National Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a Speech at Kolar Karnataka…
Ashok Kumar Thakur v. Union of India (2008) – A Brief Analysis
The case of Ashok Kumar Thakur v. Union of India (2006) is an important case related to reservation in India. The case arose when a writ petition was filed challenging…
Reasonable Restrictions and Test of Proportionality in Freedom to Trade and Business
The relevant freedoms and restrictions with respect to trade under the Indian Constitution are as follows: “19. Protection of certain rights regarding freedom of speech, etc.- (1) All citizens shall…
The Limits of Religious Freedom- Case of the Followers of Ananda Marg Cult
The case of ‘Acharya Jagdishwaranand Avadhutha etc. v. Commissioner of Police, Calcutta (1983)’ is an important case under Article 25 of Constitution which gives the right of religious freedom. Here…
Marriage Equality Case- Justice P. Narsimha Judgment
Excerpt from the case of Supriya @Supriyo Chakraborty v. Union of India (2023) I am conscious of the ordeals that arise from a multiplicity of judicial opinions in cases involving…
Marriage Equality Case- Conclusions and Directions of Justice Ravindra Bhat
Excerpt from the judgment of Justice Ravindra Bhat in Same-Sex Marriage Case Conclusion and directions Marriage, in the ultimate context, is not defined merely by the elements, which delineate some…
Marriage Equality Case- Justice Ravindra Bhat on Right to Adoption
Excerpt from the judgment of Justice Ravindra Bhat in Same-Sex Marriage Case Issue of joint adoption by queer couples Some of the petitioners have challenged Regulation 5(3) of the 2020…