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The Supreme Court’s order on demolitions is a welcome reminder to the executive to function as a custodian of constitutional values
Published on Nov 14, 2024 08:28 PM IST
HT Editorial
‘End of terror, jungle raj’: Oppn parties in U.P welcome SC verdict on bulldozer action
While Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati said this decision would put an end to the ‘terror’ of bulldozers, the Samajwadi Party hoped that the Uttar Pradesh government “will follow the law and not bulldoze anyone’s house illegally”.
Updated on Nov 14, 2024 07:48 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Top court strengthens rule of law, reiterates separation of powers
The court explained that the rule of law ensures that all actions by the state must be governed by legal principles, not discretionary decisions
Updated on Nov 14, 2024 06:22 AM IST
Bulldozer justice: SC says ‘not happy sight seeing women, kids on streets’
The Supreme Court issued a list of guidelines for authorities while issuing a strong message against the trend of “bulldozer justice.”
Published on Nov 13, 2024 01:11 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Vaishnawi Sinha
‘Bulldozer justice’ curbed: SC issues nationwide rules to protect rights
A bench of justices Bhushan R Gavai and KV Viswanathan held that demolitions cannot be used as punitive measures against those accused or convicted of crimes
Published on Nov 13, 2024 11:30 AM IST