Supreme Court hears Vande Mataram law challenge amid “Naxalites” remark
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The Supreme Court heard a petition by TM Krishna challenging the Vande Mataram law, arguing it violates constitutional rights. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, considered submissions from senior advocate S. Murlaidhar. During the hearing, SG Tushar Mehta made a controversial “Naxalites” remark that drew sharp reactions from the parties. The case may be examined for its penal implications and its impact on freedom of expression.
Covered by 5 outlets across the spectrum: 20% left, 20% center, 60% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Center (1): Deccan Herald
- Right-leaning (3): Deccan Chronicle, OpIndia, Times Now
Sources
- SC Seeks Centre’s Response on TM Krishna Plea Against Vande Mataram Law — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- 'Law-making should not be as per Naxalites': SC witnesses heated exchange between SG Tushar Mehta, senior advocate over plea on Vande Mataram — Deccan Herald (center)
- Controversial vocalist TM Krishna moves Supreme Court against Centre’s mandate to six stanzas of Vande Mataram; court seeks Centre’s response: Details — OpIndia (right-leaning)
- ‘Law-making cannot be as per Naxalites’ idea’: Solicitor General’s remarks kick off heated debate in SC — The Hindu (left-leaning)
- The 'Naxalites' Remark That Shook Up SC Hearing On Vande Mataram — Times Now (right-leaning)