Justice Zak Yacoob talks to SCO about pendency, access to constitutional courts, PIL and the limits of judicial power in driving reform

A recent remark by the CJI suggests judicial hierarchy begins to fray when resources, urgency and influence determine access to justice

Calling clean air a constitutional right, the Court upheld the cracker ban and demanded compliance reports on stubble burning control

In recent years, PIL has become an extension of the political theatre while voices from the ground, stay silent still.

Two Benches of the Supreme Court heard petitions challenging the Places of Worship Act and forced religious coversions.

Over nine lakh PILs were filed in the Supreme Court between 1985-2020. The data indicates that the rate at which PILs are filed is rising.

PIL filed seeking access to affordable treatment in private hospitals

As per the Court Registrar's new work roster, PILs will no longer be heard only by the Chief Justice's bench.