POCSO ACT MISUSE AGAINST TEENAGERS: ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT
Case Name: Satish Alias Chand Bail Hearing
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Satish Alias Chand, highlighting the misuse of the POCSO Act in consensual teenage relationships. The court underscored the importance of distinguishing genuine exploitation from consensual romances, noting the complexities of this case, including the girl’s confirmed age of 18, her consent, and the couple’s subsequent marriage and parenthood.
Legal Provision: Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
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Source- India Today
NTA DEFENDS NEET UG EXAM INTEGRITY
Case Name: NEET UG Exam Malpractice Allegations
The National Testing Agency (NTA) opposed calls to cancel the NEET UG exam, arguing that malpractice was confined to specific centers in Patna and Godhra. The NTA stressed that invalidating the entire exam would unjustly affect numerous students. Measures such as Aadhaar authentication were used to maintain exam integrity, and the agency continues to address individual cases of malpractice.
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Source- India Today
SUPREME COURT TO REVIEW SAME-SEX MARRIAGE VERDICT
Case Name: Same-Sex Marriage Legal Recognition Review
The Supreme Court will review petitions challenging its 2023 decision against legalizing same-sex marriages. A newly formed five-judge bench will evaluate the need for an open court hearing. The previous verdict deferred the matter to Parliament, with a split decision on adoption rights for same-sex couples, sparking ongoing legal debates about marriage equality and LGBTQIA+ rights in India.
Legal Provision: Fundamental Rights under the Indian Constitution and Prior Supreme Court Decisions
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Source- India Today
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