gubernatorial powers
Supreme Court Clarifies Limits on Article 142 Powers: Implications for Tamil Nadu's Legislative Standoff with Governor
Nov 20, 2025 07:46 pm CST
The Supreme Court has clarified it cannot use special powers under Article 142 to declare bills as 'deemed passed,' creating uncertainty for Tamil Nadu's government seeking to implement 10 bills. This ruling shifts responsibility back to Governor RN Ravi, who now has discretionary authority regarding these twice-approved bills. The case highlights ongoing tensions between state governments and governors over legislative processes, with significant political implications ahead of next year's Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Governor Clears 95% Bills Within 3 Months: Raj Bhavan Clarifies Amid Supreme Court Challenge
Nov 07, 2025 11:59 pm CST
The Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan has clarified that Governor RN Ravi has approved 81% of bills passed since 2021, with 95% cleared within three months. This statement comes amid tensions with the DMK government, which has approached the Supreme Court over the Kalaignar University Bill. The ongoing dispute centers on control of state universities and reflects broader conflicts between opposition-led states and governors appointed by the central government.