Analysis

Sedition originated in the UK. However, in the UK and US, the law has since been struck down or repealed. Will India follow?

The Session was dominated by COVID-related cases, and tackling pendency. Maratha reservations were struck down, and Ramana took over as CJI.

Yasmeen Zuber's petition for entry to mosques for Muslim Women diverges from Sabarimala in key areas.

The Bench ordered the provision of dry rations, adequate transport for migrant labourers and to run community kitchens.

In an online ceremony, N.V. Ramana CJI launched an app to provide the media access to Supreme Court video links.

Judgment breakdown: The 50% limit on reservation was unanimously affirmed. The 102nd Amendment took away States' power to recognise OBCs.

The Court initiated a suo moto case on COVID National Policy. CJI Ramana took office from CJI Bobde. Rohingyas were denied interim relief.

High Powered Committees directed to release inmates who were released earlier vide order dated March 23rd 2020.