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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (4 JULY 2024)

by | Jul 4, 2024

BOMBAY HC ISSUES NOTICE ON MARATHA RESERVATION CASE

Case Name: Maratha Reservation Petition

The Bombay High Court has notified the Maharashtra State Backward Class Commission regarding its recommendation of a 10% reservation for the Maratha community in education and employment. Multiple petitions contest the constitutional validity of this reservation under the Maharashtra State Reservation for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes Act, 2024. The court will address the matter on July 10, including the Commission’s involvement in the proceedings.

Legal Provision:
  • Act: Maharashtra State Reservation for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes Act, 2024.
  • Issue: Constitutional validity of 10% reservation for the Maratha community.
  • Action: Bombay High Court issued notice to the Maharashtra State Backward Class Commission.
  • Hearing Date: July 10, 2024.
  • Next Steps: Commission to respond, petitioners to file rejoinders.

Source- India Today 

BOMBAY HC PERMITS TERMINATION OF CANCER PATIENT’S PREGNANCY

Case Name: Termination of Pregnancy for Cancer Patient

The Bombay High Court allowed a 24-year-old woman, diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer, to terminate her 24-week pregnancy. The court’s decision follows a medical board’s assessment, which highlighted the patient’s severe pain and limited life expectancy. This ruling enables her to begin necessary palliative chemotherapy. The detailed order is awaited.

Legal Provision:
  • Act: Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971.
  • Condition: Termination beyond 20 weeks permissible under specific health threats.
  • Case Details: 24-year-old woman with stage four pancreatic cancer.
  • Court Order: Granted termination based on medical board’s recommendation.
  • Reason: Patient’s severe pain and limited life expectancy.

Source- India Today 

SUPREME COURT ORDERS MEDICAL CARE FOR MANIPUR UNDERTRIAL

Case Name: Lunkhongam Haokip’s Medical Care

The Supreme Court condemned the Manipur government for not providing essential medical care to undertrial Lunkhongam Haokip, citing a lack of trust in the state. Haokip, suffering from multiple ailments, was denied medical attention due to local unrest. The court ordered his examination at Guwahati Medical College and demanded a detailed medical report by July 15, with the state bearing all costs.

Legal Provision:
  • Constitution: Article 21 – Right to life and personal liberty.
  • Issue: Denial of medical care to undertrial due to local unrest.
  • Court Order: Examination at Guwahati Medical College.
  • Conditions: Medical report required by July 15, 2024.
  • State Responsibility: Manipur government to cover all medical expenses.

Source- India Today 

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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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