Courts On Live-in Relationships; HCs & Their Contradictory Opinions
In the past years, courts have been volatile about live-in relationships. Rajasthan High-Court allowed police protection to a live-in couple, stating that denying it, would be equivalent to court adhering to social-morality rather than constitutional-morality. However, in response to a recent query from court on whether a live-in couple might be provided police protection, the court declined it. Court's opinion about live-in relationships… read-more
Tags: India, High Court, Live-in Relationship, Rajasthan High Court
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Rajasthan HC's Marriage & Live-In Decision Indicates They Are Different From Other HCs
Rajasthan High Court ordered the police to examine the threat and give security, if necessary, to a married woman and her live-in partner. The ruling contradicts decisions from other High Courts throughout the nation. When convicted offenders of serious crimes are given the right to life and liberty, there is no rational justification to deny the same protection to individuals in a "legal/illegal relationship," the judgment read.
Tags: Rajasthan, Marriage, Live-in Relationship, Rajasthan High Court
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Rajasthan HC Rejects Asaram Bapu's Bail Plea For Medical Treatment
The Rajasthan High Court on May 21 rejected the self-styled godman Asaram Bapu’s plea for interim bail to pursue medical treatment through Ayurveda in Haridwar. Reportedly, the court, after considering his COVID-19 positive report, addressed the district and jail administration to ensure proper treatment to the minor rape convict Asaram. Moreover, the bench mentioned the return of the convict to Jodhpur central jail after his recovery.
Tags: Rajasthan High Court, Asaram Bapu, AIIMS, Jodhpur Jail, rape
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Rajasthan: 50,000 Schools Suspend Online Classes Due to Reduction of Fee
Over 50,000 schools in Rajasthan went on strike and suspended online classes owing to the government's orders on the reduction of the fees. They demanded no cuts in tuition fee and an immediate reimbursement for admissions under the RTE as there are no cost-cuts to the employees. They further suggested collecting the fee from wealthy families and waive-off for the needy. However, state education minister has warned of action against the… read-more
Tags: Rajasthan, Rajasthan Government, Rajasthan High Court, Schools
Courtesy: The Indian Express