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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (21 JULY 2025)

by | Jul 21, 2025

Judicial oath, cyber misuse claim, and speech on political attacks define India’s legal news this week.

Justice Bakhru’s elevation, Kokate’s cyber blame-game, and Ashoka’s take on Congress’ remarks—India’s legal-political landscape takes a turn this week.

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (21 JULY 2025)

NOT RUMMY OR SOLITAIRE: MAHARASHTRA MINISTER MANIKRAO KOKATE BLAMES AIDE FOR YOUTUBE ADS

Overview: Sparked Discussion over viral video of Minister Kokate playing Rummy Game during legislative session.

Maharashtra Minister Manikrao Kokate clarified that misleading gaming ads featuring him were uploaded by a social media aide without consent. Denying personal involvement with rummy or solitaire apps, Kokate criticized NCP(SP) leader Rohit Pawar, indirectly accusing rivals of orchestrating digital defamation to tarnish his image ahead of elections.

Legal Provision

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Information Technology Act, 2000 – Section 66D (cheating by impersonation using computer resources)
  • Representation of the People Act, 1951 – Section 123 (corrupt practices, including undue influence)
  • BNS – Defamation laws and identity misuse under cyber offences

Source: PTI

JUSTICE VIBHU BAKHRU TAKES CHARGE AS KARNATAKA HIGH COURT CHIEF JUSTICE

Overview: Appointment of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru

Justice Vibhu Bakhru, known for his pragmatic jurisprudence and clarity in constitutional matters, has taken oath as Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court. His appointment marks a significant administrative and judicial shift, bringing Delhi High Court’s legal culture into Karnataka’s legal ecosystem at a crucial transitional phase.

Legal Provision

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 217 of the Constitution of India – Appointment and tenure of High Court Judges
  • Article 222 – Transfer of Judges
  • Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association vs. Union of India – (Second Judges Case, 1993) regarding collegium system

Source: PTI

CONGRESS’ ATTACK ON MODI WILL BACKFIRE: KARNATAKA LOP ASHOKA CLAIMS

Overview: LoP R. Ashoka on Congress Political Narrative

Karnataka’s Leader of Opposition, R. Ashoka, asserted that personal attacks by Congress on PM Modi only deepen his connect with the masses. He emphasized that such rhetoric, devoid of substantive policy critique, violates the spirit of responsible opposition as envisioned in India’s parliamentary democracy.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 19(1)(a) – Freedom of Speech and Expression
  • Representation of the People Act, 1951 – Model Code of Conduct provisions
  • Public Discourse Ethics – As interpreted in R. Rajagopal vs. State of Tamil Nadu (1994) and subsequent free speech rulings

 

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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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