Headline
The Supreme Court of India rejected the plea of Arvind Kejriwal against criminal defamation case over Modi’s degree.
Summary
The Supreme Court of India rejected a petition by former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal challenging a criminal defamation case filed by the Gujarat University Registrar on October 21, 2024.The case revolves around the remark of Mr Arvind Kejriwal questioning the educational degree of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Key Facts
- Case Name: Arvind Kejriwal vs. Piyush M. Patel
- Judges Name: Justice Hrishikesh Roy and Justice SVN Bhatti
- Background: Arvind Kejriwal challenged the dismissal by Gujarat High Court of his petition contesting defamation summons. The defamation case was instituted after Kejriwal questioned the originality of Modi’s degree.
Legal Insights
The Supreme Court of India mentioned its prior April 2024 ruling in co-accused Sanjay Singh’s similar petition and stresses the requirement for consistency. The plea of Kejriwal was dismissed without examining the merits, leaving all legal arguments open for trial.
Impact
This ruling of the Supreme Court focuses on the significance of consistency in judicial decisions and permits the trial to proceed without interference from the Supreme Court.
Why it Matters:
The outcome has political implications, as a conviction in this defamation case could impact the political career of Mr. Arvind kejriwal .The case showcases the tension between public accountability and freedom of speech in political discourse.
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