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Faizan Mustafa
The writer is vice chancellor, NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad
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An Expert Explains: New quota and basic structureSubscriber Only
January 15, 2019 00:07 IST
The 10% quota for economically weaker sections faces a challenge in the Supreme Court on grounds of violating the ‘basic structure’ of Constitution. What is that structure, how does SC decide if it is violated?
Tue, Jan 15, 2019
Why reservation for economically backward classes may not pass judicial scrutinySubscriber Only
January 09, 2019 00:23 IST
The most likely scenario is that the Modi government’s move will be stayed by the apex court till the final decision on the constitutionality of the Bill is delivered.
Wed, Jan 09, 2019
Bill of wrongsSubscriber Only
December 27, 2018 00:14 IST
The hastily passed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill does not ensure privacy, dignity and livelihood to the embattled group.
Thu, Dec 27, 2018
Lessons in bigotrySubscriber Only
December 18, 2018 00:15 IST
The Meghalaya high court judge’s judgment was legally flawed and historically misleading. It violates the provisions of the citizenship law and makes a case for India as a country of, and for, Hindus.
Tue, Dec 18, 2018
An ill wind in the ValleySubscriber Only
November 23, 2018 00:07 IST
Governor Malik’s decision to dissolve J&K assembly is constitutionally flawed and politically erroneous.
Fri, Nov 23, 2018
Not a holy bookSubscriber Only
November 01, 2018 00:05 IST
As aftermath of Sabarimala judgment shows, India is not ready for a constitutional theocracy.
Thu, Nov 01, 2018
Adultery case: How Supreme Court underlined women’s autonomy as facet of human dignitySubscriber Only
September 28, 2018 02:53 IST
Adultery will continue as a ground of divorce and, therefore, remain in civil law. Thursday’s verdict will be welcomed by those who believe there should be less use of criminal law in matrimonial matters.
Fri, Sep 28, 2018
Ayodhya case: Understanding the ‘essentiality doctrine’ and its implicationsSubscriber Only
September 28, 2018 02:46 IST
By refusing review, the court has refused to consider the question of whether the freedom of religion protects only practices of particular significance, and not all religious practices. The question of comparative significance of religious practices also remains untouched.
Fri, Sep 28, 2018
Why the triple talaq Ordinance is neither perfect nor necessarySubscriber Only
September 21, 2018 00:24 IST
What is the purpose of criminal law, and what is its relationship with the state and the citizen? How does the Ordinance measure up against the core principles of Indian constitutionalism and jurisprudence?
Fri, Sep 21, 2018
No right of way for the majoritySubscriber Only
September 14, 2018 00:42 IST
By rejecting homogenisation of cultures, Supreme Court’s verdict on Section 377 has upheld the rights of religious minorities.
Fri, Sep 14, 2018
Supreme Court’s verdict on Section 377: 493 pages, 5 judges, one mantra of Constitutional MoralitySubscriber Only
September 07, 2018 01:00 IST
How Supreme Court strikes a powerful blow for freedom and choice, underlines inclusion of all
Wed, Apr 19, 2023
What a petition on citizenship law could mean to Assam NRC updateSubscriber Only
August 27, 2018 02:10 IST
Under Article 6 of the Constitution, anyone who migrated to India before July 19, 1948, from territory that had become part of Pakistan, automatically became a citizen if either of their parents or grandparents was born in India. But those who entered India after this date needed to register themselves.
Mon, Aug 27, 2018
India and Pakistan: How they differ on key constitutional questionsSubscriber Only
August 21, 2018 01:17 IST
As Pakistan begins a new experiment in constitutional democracy, how does its national experience differ from India’s with regard to key aspects of government and law?
Tue, Aug 21, 2018
Sharia courts in factSubscriber Only
August 10, 2018 00:05 IST
Research has shown that sharia councils are approached voluntarily and are often progressive
Fri, Aug 10, 2018
Justice more accessibleSubscriber Only
July 16, 2018 00:05 IST
Sharia courts are an alternative dispute redressal mechanism that responds to the decline of the civil justice system, and addresses the needs of the poor.
Mon, Jul 16, 2018
Delhi power tussle: Between the Supreme Court’s linesSubscriber Only
July 05, 2018 00:50 IST
Supreme Court verdict on Delhi CM vs L-G sends powerful message of pushback by institutions.
Thu, Jul 05, 2018
Two inequalitiesSubscriber Only
June 27, 2018 00:11 IST
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's talk of Dalit reservations in Jamia, AMU, misunderstands nature of minority institutions
Wed, Jun 27, 2018
Who is a citizen — in Assam, India?Subscriber Only
June 06, 2018 00:25 IST
Citizenship is a complicated idea with exclusion at its core. In Assam, which shares a border with Bangladesh and has faced illegal migration for decades, it is a particularly sensitive issue
Wed, Jun 06, 2018
Broken PromiseSubscriber Only
May 25, 2018 00:03 IST
Representation, affirmative action are being diluted by UGC. Government must act.
Fri, May 25, 2018
The question of discretionSubscriber Only
May 18, 2018 01:31 IST
As SC continues to hear today the Cong-JD(S) appeal against Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala’s decision to call B S Yeddyurappa to form the government, an eminent jurist weighs in on a key aspect of the debate
Fri, May 18, 2018
In the bid to impeach Chief Justice of India, issues of constitutionalism, accountabilitySubscriber Only
April 24, 2018 00:11 IST
The unprecedented rejection of the motion for impeachment has raised multiple questions, but the wider context of the unfolding spectacle includes a range of related matters. Some key questions.
Tue, Apr 24, 2018
Undo the wrongSubscriber Only
April 19, 2018 01:42 IST
An ordinance to overturn the Supreme Court order on SC/ST Atrocities Act is much needed
Thu, Apr 19, 2018
One nation, many religionsSubscriber Only
March 21, 2018 00:00 IST
Lingayat leadership is under an erroneous belief that recognition of a religious community depends on law
Wed, Mar 21, 2018
A Right For The RichSubscriber Only
March 14, 2018 01:05 IST
Euthanasia verdict could lead to neglect of terminally ill poor patients.
Wed, Mar 14, 2018
Key questions in disagreement between SC 3-judge BenchesSubscriber Only
March 06, 2018 00:13 IST
What questions of law, judicial propriety are involved in the working of Benches?
Tue, Mar 06, 2018Journalism of Courage
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