Judicial Review in India: Meaning, Scope & Landmark Cases
1. Introduction — What Is Judicial Review? If you think about it, any government can pass a law. But should every law that gets passed be automatically valid? What if Parliament tomorrow passes a law saying people cannot criticize the government? Should…
Supreme Court Rules: Converting to Christianity or Islam Ends Scheduled Caste Status
In a judgment that has clarified a long-standing question, the Supreme Court of India has ruled that Scheduled Caste (SC) status is strictly tied to religion. If you convert to Christianity, Islam, or any faith outside the three recognised ones, you no…
M.C. Mehta: The Environmental Lawyer Who Changed India’s Laws
Imagine standing before the Taj Mahal on a clear day, only to notice its once-pristine white marble slowly turning yellow. For most visitors, it might be a passing disappointment. For lawyer Mahesh Chandra Mehta, it became a lifelong calling. Often…