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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (06 AUGUST 2024)

by | Aug 6, 2024

SUPREME COURT SUMMONS UP OFFICIAL OVER REMISSION DELAY

Case Name: Kuldeep v. State Of UP And Ors.

The Supreme Court has mandated the Principal Secretary of Uttar Pradesh’s prisons department to appear via video conference on August 19, 2024. This order follows the state’s failure to decide a convict’s remission plea within the court-imposed deadline, despite recommendations from jail authorities.

Legal Provisions and Framework:

  • Article 21 of the Indian Constitution: Ensures the right to life and personal liberty, which extends to fair and timely consideration of remission pleas.
  • Sections 432 and 433 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC): Govern the process and authority of the government to remit sentences.
  • Judicial Precedents: Previous Supreme Court rulings mandate timely and non-discriminatory consideration of remission applications to uphold the rights of convicts.

Source- Supreme Court of India 

ED CHALLENGES SENTHIL BALAJI’S CASH DEPOSIT CLAIMS

Case Name: V. Senthil Balaji v. Deputy Director

The Enforcement Directorate contested former Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji’s claim that Rs. 1.34 Crores in his bank account originated from his MLA salary and agricultural income. The ED highlighted discrepancies between Balaji’s declared income and actual deposits, arguing that his explanation lacks credibility.

Legal Provisions and Framework:

  • Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA): Provides the legal framework for investigating and prosecuting money laundering activities.
  • Income Tax Act, 1961: Relevant for verifying the legitimacy and sources of income, as claimed by Balaji.
  • Election Affidavit Requirements: Mandate accurate disclosure of assets and income, facilitating cross-verification and accountability for public officials.

Source- Supreme Court of India 

SC ALLOWS APPEALS ON MERIT-BASED DIRECTIONS IN CONTEMPT CASES

Case Name: Ajay Kumar Bhalla & Ors v. Prakash Kumar Dixit

The Supreme Court ruled that appeals under Section 19 of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, are maintainable for directions related to dispute merits, even if no punishment is imposed. This decision emphasizes that such findings can be appealed, ensuring broader judicial review in contempt proceedings.

Legal Provisions and Framework:
  • Contempt of Courts Act, 1971: Specifically Section 19, which outlines the appeal process for contempt orders and directions.
  • Article 136 of the Indian Constitution: Allows for special leave to appeal to the Supreme Court against any judgment, decree, determination, or order.
  • Midnapore Peoples’ Coop. Bank Ltd. v. Chunilal Nanda (2006): A key Supreme Court ruling that permits appeals against directions relating to the merits of the case in contempt proceedings, even without a punishment order.

Source- Supreme Court of India 

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Written By Vishakha Khatri

My name is Vishakha Khatri. I am an engineering graduate and a civil service aspirant with a passion for spreading knowledge about Indian polity. I believe that understanding our political system is crucial for every citizen, and I am committed to making this information accessible to everyone in my own easy way. Through my experiences in civil service preparation and my unique perspective as an engineering graduate, I hope to inspire and educate others on the importance of Indian polity.

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