‘Law-making cannot be as per Naxalites’ idea’: Solicitor General’s remarks kick off heated debate in SC
The judges debated whether the 2026 amendment and government circulars limit conscientious objectors as senior advocate S. Muralidhar urged broader consensus on defining the National Song.
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Solicitor General's 'Naxalite' remark sparks heated exchange in SC
A heated exchange occurred in the Supreme Court between senior advocate S Muralidhar and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta over Mehta's use of the term "Naxalites" during a hearing on the national song Vande Mataram. Muralidhar strongly objected to the remark, demanding its withdrawal, while Mehta defended his statement, referring to an ideology rather than individuals. The bench intervened, emphasising decorum and constitutional issues.
‘Law-making cannot be as per Naxalites’ idea’: Solicitor General’s remarks kick off heated debate in SC
At one point, Mr. Mehta explained that all that he wanted to convey was the law-making process was done by the Parliament. “That is the Constitutional way, and that is not what Naxalites want,” he said
‘Naxalite’ remark sparks heated exchange in Supreme Court during Vande Mataram hearing
A heated exchange broke out in the Supreme Court after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta used the term “Naxalites” during arguments on TM Krishna’s plea challenging legal provisions and government directions concerning Vande Mataram.
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