marginalized communities
Government Sources Refute Rahul Gandhi's Claims on Underrepresentation of Marginalized Communities in Constitutional Bodies
Dec 11, 2025 07:51 pm CST
Government officials have challenged Rahul Gandhi's assertions regarding systematic exclusion of marginalized communities from Constitutional appointments, citing historical data showing improved representation under the current administration compared to previous UPA government. The controversy emerged following Gandhi's dissent note after a selection meeting for the Chief Information Commissioner positions.
Indian Democracy at Risk: New Bill Threatens Political Rights by Equating Arrest with Guilt
Oct 31, 2025 11:41 am CST
A controversial new bill in India proposes automatic removal of ministers after 30 days in custody without trial, undermining democratic principles and the presumption of innocence. This analysis examines how the legislation could weaponize arrests for political purposes, disproportionately affect marginalized communities, and destabilize governance - all while contradicting Supreme Court precedents on due process.
Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant Calls for Judicial Evolution to Address Modern Human Rights Challenges
Oct 24, 2025 01:12 am CST
Supreme Court Judge Surya Kant emphasizes the necessity for judicial innovation to confront emerging challenges like digital exclusion and climate vulnerability. Speaking at the BASL Human Rights Oration in Colombo, he highlighted India's extensive legal aid network through NALSA while stressing that access to justice remains a continuous journey requiring institutional commitment to protect marginalized communities' rights in evolving societal contexts.
Amid Rahul Gandhi 'Vote Chori Row', NDTV Accesses '18 Letters In 18 Months' To Poll Body
Sep 18, 2025 09:19 pm CST
Rahul Gandhi - in his fiercest takedown of the Election Commission yet, in which he accused the poll body of the mass deletion of voters before the 2023 Karnataka election - said the EC had been sent 18 letters asking for information.