SC allows withdrawal of plea against Savarkar portraits in public buildings, places
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Why in news
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking the removal of V.D. Savarkar's portrait from public buildings, including Parliament, while imposing costs on the petitioner.
Background
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition filed by a retired IRS officer seeking the removal of V.D. Savarkar's portrait from public buildings. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant ordered the petitioner to pay ₹1 lakh in costs for filing what the court termed a 'frivolous' case.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe court imposed a cost of ₹1 lakh on the petitioner.
- PostSurya Kant: Chief Justice of India (as of the date of the ruling).
For Mains
Q. Discuss the judicial role in balancing the right to freedom of expression with the maintenance of public order and institutional decorum in public spaces.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Judicial oversight: Balancing individual grievances against the collective public interest in state-owned infrastructure
- Litigation management: Addressing the rise of frivolous public interest litigations (PILs) and judicial time constraints
Keywords: Judicial Review · Public Interest Litigation · Institutional Decorum · Freedom of Expression · Judicial Costs
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