Analysis

The Supreme Court’s Spring Session saw many important developments on religion and the law, the conduct of elections and civil liberties.

The subsequent developments after the Indra Sawhney judgment call into question whether the 50% rule still holds the same water.

Ramana J. was recommended as the next CJI. Court hears several matters including request for release of Rohingyas from holding centres.

The ceiling limit for reservation as laid down in Indra Sawhney v Union of India has been challenged in several subsequent cases.

Court holds that State Election Commissioners must be independent and must not be officers who are employed by the State.

Bhat J has outlined certain rules to be followed while drafting judgments in cases of gendered sexual violence.

During her term at the Supreme Court, Indu Malhotra J has delivered several noteworthy judgments.

Supreme Court upholds Gujarat Municipal Law which allows multiple members from a single municipal ward to be elected to a local body.