Supreme Court Takes Cognisance of Assaults in Manipur
The Supreme Court of India has expressed deep concern over the recent videos and reports of women being publicly assaulted by a group of people in Manipur. The Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the situation and has urged the government to take immediate action to address the issue. The Court has given the government a deadline to act, failing which it will intervene. The Court has also questioned whether these incidents are isolated or part of a larger pattern.
Court’s Initial Response
The Supreme Court was initially approached through a PIL on May 6. However, during the hearings, the Court hesitated in passing concrete orders and relied on the assurance given by the government that the situation was under control. The Court advised the petitioner’s lawyer to be cautious in presenting any misinformation that may aggravate the situation.
Government’s Inaction
For over two months, the state government failed to take action on the incidents despite being aware of them. The Union Home Minister’s visit to Manipur did not yield any significant results, and the Prime Minister remained silent on the matter. This inaction by the government raised concerns among the public.
Supreme Court’s Role
The Supreme Court’s role under Article 32, which guarantees the right to move the Court for the enforcement of fundamental rights, is crucial. However, the Court has been inconsistent in its approach towards the enforcement of these rights. It has failed to act in cases of fake encounters, illegal demolitions, and attacks on minorities. This raises questions about the Court’s effectiveness in upholding the law.
Court’s Duty
The Supreme Court had a duty to protect the people of Manipur and investigate the reasons behind the violence. It should have appointed an independent committee of experts to look into the issue and provide recommendations. This would have helped the Court in issuing appropriate directions to protect the lives of citizens and enforce fundamental rights.
Constitution as a Living Document
The Supreme Court must remember that the Constitution is a living document and must ensure the protection of fundamental rights. It should exercise control over the exercise of governmental power to prevent the destruction of democratic principles. The principle of constitutionalism requires a check and balance model of the separation of powers.
Summary:
- The Supreme Court has expressed deep concern over the recent assaults in Manipur and has urged the government to take action.
- The Court initially hesitated in passing concrete orders, relying on the government’s assurance.
- The state government’s inaction and the Prime Minister’s silence raised concerns among the public.
- The Supreme Court has been inconsistent in its approach towards the enforcement of fundamental rights.
- The Court had a duty to investigate the violence in Manipur and appoint an independent committee to provide recommendations.
- The Court must remember that the Constitution is a living document and must protect fundamental rights.
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