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In Parliament vs Constitution Row, Chief Justice BR Gavai Weighs In, Says...
The Constitution is the final legal authority in a democracy and all three wings - the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary - must work together and under it, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai said Wednesday.
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For Me, Constitution Is Supreme, Not Parliament: Chief Justice Of India BR Gavai
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai has said the Constitution of India is supreme and all three wings of democracy work under it.
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End Inequality To Be Truly Democratic, Says Chief Justice Of India
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said at an event in Milan that Without addressing the structural inequalities that marginalise large sections of society, no nation can claim to be truly progressive or democratic.
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Congress Hits Out At BJP, Accuses Of Tainting Constitution With Dictatorship
The Congress on Monday said the Modi government in the last 11 years has dealt a deep blow to the country's democracy, economy and social fabric.
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Opinion | An Appeal Against Primetime Poison - By Manoj K Jha
Toxic and abusive public discourse may not be as dramatic as a constitutional crisis, but it is more dangerous because it corrodes democracy from within, making it harder to have meaningful conversations, solve real problems, or hold power accountabl
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"3 Pillars Of Democracy Equal": Chief Justice BR Gavai's Big Protocol Remark
The Chief Justice, who took over the country's top judicial post last month and became the second Dalit to be elevated to the post, attended a felicitation ceremony in Mumbai and then visited Babasaheb Ambedkar's memorial Chaitya Bhoomi.
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Cars Set On Fire, Shops Looted As Nepal Pro-Monarchy Protest Turns Violent
Authorities in Nepal have over 100 people as the government investigates the deadly violence that occurred during a protest march organised by the supporters of the former king Gyanendra Shah, seeking the restoration of the constitutional monarchy.
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Opinion | Three Leaders Who Shaped India
Their ideologies and methods, though divergent, helped shape Indian identity as a constitutional democracy aspiring for equality, justice, and harmony.
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"Must Save Democracy": Mamata Banerjee, Opposition Slam '1 Nation, 1 Poll'
Mamata Banerjee came out swinging after the Union Cabinet cleared two bills - including one to amend the Constitution to permit simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly polls - and bring the BJP's 'one nation, one election' dream closer to fruition.
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Ex-Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Encourages Youth To Embrace Idea Of Fraternity
Fraternity is not just a word in the Constitution but represents a political movement for freedom across the globe and is the root of democracy, former Chief Justice of India, D Y Chandrachud said on Friday.
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Space For Various Beliefs In Democracy But Should Conform With Constitution: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Friday said in a democracy there was always space for different ideologies but those beliefs had to be in conformity with the Constitution.
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"Let Us Pledge To Build Strong India": Amit Shah On Constitution Day
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday greeted people on Constitution Day and said the strength of democracy in a huge country like India is its Constitution, which gives the mantra of national unity and integrity.
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"Democracy Also...": Row Over Tamil Nadu Governor's "Secularism" Remark
Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's remark that secularism is a "European concept" has landed him in a controversy, with opposition leaders questioning how such a person has been appointed in such a constitutional post.
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"Biggest Opponent Of Constitution": PM Modi Attacks Congress In Rajya Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, replying to the Motion of Thanks on President's address, came down heavily on the Congress-led Opposition over its multiple incidents of making mockery of democracy during its rule and then lecturing the
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Samajwadi Party MP Wants Constitution To Replace 'Sengol', BJP Hits Back
The 'sengol' installed next to the Speaker's chair in Lok Sabha has emerged as the latest flashpoint this Parliament session after Opposition MPs questioned its relevance in a democracy and the BJP accused them of disrespecting Indian culture.
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In Parliament vs Constitution Row, Chief Justice BR Gavai Weighs In, Says...
The Constitution is the final legal authority in a democracy and all three wings - the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary - must work together and under it, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai said Wednesday.
-
For Me, Constitution Is Supreme, Not Parliament: Chief Justice Of India BR Gavai
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai has said the Constitution of India is supreme and all three wings of democracy work under it.
-
End Inequality To Be Truly Democratic, Says Chief Justice Of India
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said at an event in Milan that Without addressing the structural inequalities that marginalise large sections of society, no nation can claim to be truly progressive or democratic.
-
Congress Hits Out At BJP, Accuses Of Tainting Constitution With Dictatorship
The Congress on Monday said the Modi government in the last 11 years has dealt a deep blow to the country's democracy, economy and social fabric.
-
Opinion | An Appeal Against Primetime Poison - By Manoj K Jha
Toxic and abusive public discourse may not be as dramatic as a constitutional crisis, but it is more dangerous because it corrodes democracy from within, making it harder to have meaningful conversations, solve real problems, or hold power accountabl
-
"3 Pillars Of Democracy Equal": Chief Justice BR Gavai's Big Protocol Remark
The Chief Justice, who took over the country's top judicial post last month and became the second Dalit to be elevated to the post, attended a felicitation ceremony in Mumbai and then visited Babasaheb Ambedkar's memorial Chaitya Bhoomi.
-
Cars Set On Fire, Shops Looted As Nepal Pro-Monarchy Protest Turns Violent
Authorities in Nepal have over 100 people as the government investigates the deadly violence that occurred during a protest march organised by the supporters of the former king Gyanendra Shah, seeking the restoration of the constitutional monarchy.
-
Opinion | Three Leaders Who Shaped India
Their ideologies and methods, though divergent, helped shape Indian identity as a constitutional democracy aspiring for equality, justice, and harmony.
-
"Must Save Democracy": Mamata Banerjee, Opposition Slam '1 Nation, 1 Poll'
Mamata Banerjee came out swinging after the Union Cabinet cleared two bills - including one to amend the Constitution to permit simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly polls - and bring the BJP's 'one nation, one election' dream closer to fruition.
-
Ex-Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Encourages Youth To Embrace Idea Of Fraternity
Fraternity is not just a word in the Constitution but represents a political movement for freedom across the globe and is the root of democracy, former Chief Justice of India, D Y Chandrachud said on Friday.
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Space For Various Beliefs In Democracy But Should Conform With Constitution: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Friday said in a democracy there was always space for different ideologies but those beliefs had to be in conformity with the Constitution.
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"Let Us Pledge To Build Strong India": Amit Shah On Constitution Day
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday greeted people on Constitution Day and said the strength of democracy in a huge country like India is its Constitution, which gives the mantra of national unity and integrity.
-
"Democracy Also...": Row Over Tamil Nadu Governor's "Secularism" Remark
Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's remark that secularism is a "European concept" has landed him in a controversy, with opposition leaders questioning how such a person has been appointed in such a constitutional post.
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"Biggest Opponent Of Constitution": PM Modi Attacks Congress In Rajya Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, replying to the Motion of Thanks on President's address, came down heavily on the Congress-led Opposition over its multiple incidents of making mockery of democracy during its rule and then lecturing the
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Samajwadi Party MP Wants Constitution To Replace 'Sengol', BJP Hits Back
The 'sengol' installed next to the Speaker's chair in Lok Sabha has emerged as the latest flashpoint this Parliament session after Opposition MPs questioned its relevance in a democracy and the BJP accused them of disrespecting Indian culture.
