A revisiting of the Chinnaiah judgement raises questions about sub-classification in reservations for Scheduled Castes

Why aren’t we talking about reservations in the higher judiciary for women and members of marginalised communities?

In 2022, the Supreme Court delivered important Judgments on reservations, religious freedoms, freedom of speech and more.

CJI Lalit retired at the beginning of November 2022, but the Constitution Bench listed during his term continued to be heard.

Another Constitution Bench created during CJI Lalit's tenure will hear cases on reservations, citizenship, and political disputes.

DESK BRIEF: Six pending Constitution Bench cases at the SC deal with fundamental questions about reservation in education and employment.

The issue of sub-classification in reservations has been pending before a 7-Judge Constitution Bench for nearly two years without a hearing.

Halfway through the year a number of important cases are pending and in the process of being heard at the Supreme Court.

Delayed local elections in Madhya Pradesh raised concerns at the SC about breakdown of democratic processes.

Rao J is set to retire on June 7th, 2022, during the Supreme Court's summer vacation.

Benches led by Justice L.N. Rao will decide key questions on reservations in promotion and rights of gig workers

SC/ST/OBC individuals belonging to the 'creamy layer' are not eligible for certain types of reservations.