judicial review
Supreme Court Clarifies: President and Governors Cannot Be Bound by Timelines for Bill Approval
Nov 20, 2025 05:01 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the President and state Governors cannot be constrained by timelines when approving Bills. In response to President Droupadi Murmu's constitutional queries, a five-judge Constitution bench led by Chief Justice BR Gavai unanimously determined that imposing judicial deadlines would contradict constitutional provisions. The court clarified that presidential and gubernatorial actions remain outside judicial review until a Bill becomes law, overruling previous judgments on 'deemed assent.'
Supreme Court Clarifies: Presidents and Governors Face No Timelines for Approving State Legislation
Nov 20, 2025 04:47 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ruled that the President of India and state Governors are not bound by timelines when approving legislation passed by state governments. The clarification came during a hearing addressing a Presidential reference on an earlier verdict regarding Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's withholding of assent for state bills. The court stated that while these constitutional authorities have discretionary powers, prolonged inaction on bills can still invite limited judicial directives.
Supreme Court Clarifies: No Timelines Can Bind President and Governors on Bill Approvals
Nov 20, 2025 03:37 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ruled that the President and state Governors cannot be bound by timelines for approving Bills, clarifying that their actions are not subject to judicial review until a Bill becomes law. This decisive judgment responds to President Droupadi Murmu's constitutional queries following a controversial verdict in the Tamil Nadu Governor case, reinforcing the separation of powers doctrine while acknowledging that prolonged, unexplained inaction may invite limited judicial scrutiny.
British Sikh Organization Challenges Proposed Islamophobia Definition Over Discrimination Concerns
Oct 08, 2025 03:08 am CST
The Network of Sikh Organisations in the UK is preparing a legal challenge against the government's proposed Islamophobia definition, arguing it could discriminate against other religious communities and restrict free speech. The pre-action letter for judicial review comes as ministers consider recommendations from the Working Group on Anti-Muslim Hatred, with concerns raised about the potential impact on religious expression and community cohesion.
Top Court Seeks Reply From States On Pleas For Staying Anti-conversion Laws
Sep 16, 2025 11:10 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the stand of several states on pleas seeking a stay on their respective anti-conversion laws.