Tag: Tamil Nadu
Justice M.S. Janarthanam: Champion of Tamil Nadu’s 69% Reservation Policy Passed Away
Justice M.S. Janarthanam, a former judge of the Madras high court led the battle to protect the 69% reservation policy of Tamil Nadu. The laws of social justice in the state and beyond were substantially fortified through his law practice with regards to the sub-quotas and rights of backward classes.
Reaffirming the Rehabilitative Spirit of Justice: Supreme Court’s Verdict by Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Manmohan
In Chellammal & Anr. V. State of Tamil Nadu (2025), the Supreme Court reviews the fundamentals of jurisprudence regarding sentencing, which lacks a mention of the legal obligation imposed on the courts to seek probation. The case enriches our knowledge of Section 498A IPC and the Probation of offenders Act 1958.
Justice Abhay S. Oka and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan Strike Down Tamil Nadu Rule Blocking Property Registration
As a result of a decision made by the Supreme Court, Sub-Registrars are not permitted to reject to register sale deeds due to a lack of title papers. The Tribunal ruled that Rule 55A(i) of the Registration Rules of Tamil Nadu was unconstitutional because it exceeded the authority granted by the Registration Act of 1908.
Stalin v Modi : Tamil Nadu’s Legal Battle in Supreme Court for ₹2291 Crore Samagra Shiksha Funds Release
Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister M.K. Stalin moved the Supreme Court seeking release of ₹2,291 crore under the Samagra Shiksha scheme, arguing statutory entitlement. The Centre cited procedural lapses for withholding funds. The Court ordered partial release and timelines for compliance, underlining the balance between federal cooperation and accountability.