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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (20 JUNE 2024)

by | Jun 20, 2024

LAW AND GOVERNANCE

BOMBAY HC ALLOWS RELEASE OF FILM “HAMARE BAARAH” WITH CHANGES

Case Title: Azhar Basha Tamboli v. Ravi S Gupta & Ors.

The Bombay High Court permitted the release of “Hamare Baarah” after the makers agreed to mute certain dialogues, add disclaimers, and recertify the film. The court also ordered social media platforms to remove previous trailers and directed the filmmakers to donate Rs. 5 lakhs to relief efforts.

Legal Provisions and Framework:
  1. Cinematograph Act, 1952: This law governs the certification of films for public screening in India, administered by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The CBFC ensures films comply with standards of public order and morality.
  2. Article 19(2) of the Indian Constitution: Allows the government to impose reasonable restrictions on the freedom of speech and expression in the interest of public order, decency, or morality.
  3. Article 25 of the Indian Constitution: Safeguards the freedom to practice and propagate religion, subject to considerations of public order, morality, and health.
  4. High Court’s Writ Jurisdiction: Under Article 226 of the Constitution, High Courts can issue writs to enforce fundamental rights and for other purposes, allowing them to intervene in matters such as film certification disputes.

Source- India Today 

ALLAHABAD HC DISMISSES NEET ASPIRANT’S PETITION OVER FORGED DOCUMENTS

Case Title: Ayushi Patel vs. Union Of India Thru. Secy., Ministry Education/ Deptt. Of Higher Education, New Delhi And Another

The Allahabad High Court dismissed Ayushi Patel’s writ petition after discovering she submitted forged documents. Patel had claimed the National Testing Agency failed to declare her NEET result due to a torn OMR sheet. The court allowed the NTA to pursue legal action against her.

Legal Provisions and Framework:
  1. Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860: Addresses crimes like forgery (Section 463) and using forged documents (Section 471). These sections are relevant if the authorities decide to prosecute the petitioner for submitting false documents.
  2. National Testing Agency (NTA) Regulations: These rules oversee the administration of exams like NEET, including the handling and evaluation of answer sheets.
  3. High Court’s Writ Jurisdiction: Under Article 226 of the Constitution, High Courts have the authority to issue writs to enforce fundamental rights and other legal provisions, which was exercised to evaluate and dismiss the petition due to the forgery.

Source- Supreme Court of India

BOMBAY HC RESERVES ORDER ON HIJAB BAN CHALLENGE IN MUMBAI COLLEGE

Case Title: Nine Students vs. Chembur Trombay Education Society

The Bombay High Court reserved its order on the plea by nine students challenging a hijab ban at NG Acharya and DK Marathe College. The students argued the ban violated their rights to religion, privacy, and choice. The college defended the dress code as non-discriminatory and essential for a secular environment.

Legal Provisions and Framework:
  1. Article 14 of the Indian Constitution: Guarantees equality before the law and equal protection under the law, which can be cited in cases of alleged discrimination.
  2. Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution: Ensures the right to freedom of speech and expression, which can encompass the choice of attire.
  3. Article 25 of the Indian Constitution: Protects the right to practice and propagate religion, subject to public order, morality, and health considerations.
  4. College’s Internal Regulations: Educational institutions may set their own dress codes and policies, provided these do not infringe on constitutional rights.
  5. High Court’s Writ Jurisdiction: Under Article 226 of the Constitution, High Courts can issue writs for enforcing fundamental rights and addressing other legal issues, enabling them to balance institutional regulations with students’ constitutional freedoms.

 

Source-  India Today

 

GOVERNMENT SCHEME 

THE INLAND WATERWAYS AUTHORITY OF INDIA INTERNSHIP SCHEME

(Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways)

Objectives: This scheme aims to engage young academic talent with the work of the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI). It provides an excellent opportunity for interns to learn about the development of Inland Waterways Transport (IWT) in India at a macro level.

Benefits: Interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,000 for undergraduates and ₹20,000 for postgraduates and research scholars. Upon satisfactory completion of their internship and submission of a report, interns will receive certificates. Interns are required to use their own laptops, but IWAI will provide working space.

Eligibility: To be eligible, candidates must be pursuing or have completed a graduate or postgraduate degree from a recognized university. Graduates must have at least 75% in their 12th standard exams, while postgraduates and research scholars need a minimum of 60% in their graduation exams. The scheme will accommodate 10 undergraduates and 15 postgraduates/research scholars for the 2024-25 year.

PRIME MINISTER’S SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME FOR RPF

(Ministry of Railways)

Objectives: This scheme is designed to promote higher technical and professional education among the dependent wards of Ex/Serving RPF/RPSF personnel and widows. It aims to support their educational advancement.

Benefits: The scheme offers 150 scholarships annually, with 75 reserved for female students. Male students receive ₹2500 per month, while female students get ₹3000 per month. Each selected applicant will receive a personal letter from the Prime Minister. The scholarship covers two to five years, depending on the course duration.

Eligibility: Eligible applicants include dependent wards of Ex/Serving RPF/RPSF personnel and widows below the rank of Gazetted officer. Applicants must have secured at least 60% in their Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ). The scholarship is available for professional degree courses recognized by AICTE, MCI, UGC, and other government regulatory bodies. It does not cover distance learning courses or students studying abroad.

 

Source- myScheme 

Also Read– DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (19 JUNE 2024)

 

 

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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