DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (6 JULY 2024)

by | Jul 6, 2024

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

  • Bail Granted:
    • Satish Alias Chand received bail.
    • Court noted misuse of POCSO Act in cases involving consensual teenage relationships.
  • Case Complexities:
    • The girl’s age verified as 18 through ossification test.
    • Relationship was consensual, followed by marriage.
    • The couple has a child.
  • Judicial Emphasis:
    • Necessity for nuanced judicial approach.
    • Differentiation between true exploitation and consensual teen relationships.

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.

  • Opposition to Cancellation:
    • NTA opposed calls to cancel the entire exam.
    • Malpractices were limited to centers in Patna and Godhra.
  • Measures for Integrity:
    • Implementation of Aadhaar authentication to prevent cheating.
    • Careful selection and security of exam centers.
  • Student Impact:
    • Cancellation would unfairly affect many students.
    • Ongoing action against specific instances of malpractice.

 

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
  • Petitions Submitted:
    • Thirteen petitions challenge the 2023 decision.
    • Calls for reconsideration of legal status for same-sex marriages.
  • Review Process:
    • A new five-judge bench will evaluate the necessity of an open court hearing.
    • Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud included in the panel.
  • Previous Ruling Details:
    • Decision referred to Parliament.
    • Bench was split on adoption rights for same-sex couples.
    • Continuing debate on marriage equality and LGBTQIA+ rights in India.

 

Source- India Today 

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Written By Vishakha Khatri

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