Author: Kapil Sharma

In a significant move aimed at ensuring access to justice for all, the Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh has implemented the Legal Aid and Documentation and Claim Support (LADCS) system. This innovative system aims to provide free legal aid to individuals who are unable to afford legal representation and assistance. By bridging the gap between the marginalized sections of society and the justice system, the Yogi government is taking a commendable step towards creating a more equitable society. Addressing the Justice Gap Access to justice is a fundamental right of every individual, regardless of their socio-economic background. However, in…

Indian politics often witnesses a heated debate and argument and one such incident was of today when Congress MP, Shashi Tharoor gave a shoutout to Prime Minister in response to Congress Party’s tweet on International Yoga Day. Tharoor’s gesture highlights the importance of applauding the good things for the development of the nation. Shashi Tharoor’s Tweet Earlier, in the morning of the ninth International Yoga Day Congress tweeted a picture of Former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru performing yoga in which they thanked Pt. Nehru for popularizing yoga and making it a part of national policy. In response to this Tharoor…

The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), a non-governmental organization working to promote transparency and accountability in Indian politics, has recently filed a petition seeking action against the Election Commission of India against the political parties which contempt of the Supreme Court’s order regarding the filing of criminal records of candidates on their websites. The ADR’s plea raises an important question of the integrity of the democratic process and at the same time the need for political parties to follow the highest standard of ethical conduct. Supreme Court’s Directive Our Indian democracy has seen a steady increase in the level of…

Today The SC agreed to list the plea challenging the Calcutta High Court’s order regarding the deployment of Central Forces in the state in the wake of violence ahead of the Panchayat Elections of West Bengal. The plea will be heard by the bench of Justice Surya Kant and MM Sundresh tomorrow. Background Panchayat Elections are a crucial component of India’s democracy, empowering local self-governance at the grassroots level. These elections help in shaping the development trajectory of rural people. Image Source: Hindustan Times In West Bengal, several Incidents of violence were reported after the opening of the nomination form…