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The Supreme Court heard the Union's defence of the EWS reservations and concluded hearing arguments in the Hijab Ban case

The Supreme Court heard the Union’s defence in the constitutional challenge to EWS reservations and the Karnataka government's arguments in

Union argued that the Hijab Ban promoted equality. In the EWS Challenge, they argued that the 50% reservation limit applied only for SC/STs.

The SC heard extensive arguments in the EWS Reservations and Hijab Ban cases this week. How did the Benches manage their time?

Advocate Shadan Farasat argued that backward classes are more likely to be economically weaker and can't be excluded from EWS Reservations.

Mr. Sondhi claimed the Hijab ban violates the fundamental rights of Muslim women. Prof. Kumar argues EWS Reservations violate Equality Code.

Hearings in the challenge to reservation for economically backward citizens began. Key questions on the purpose of reservations were raised.

The Varanasi District Court rejected the argument that the Places of Worship Act disallows any investigation in the places of worship.