In a significant decision, the Uttarakhand High Court has overturned the Central government's order to impose President's Rule in the State. This ruling has brought about a shift in the political scenario of the state.
Highlights of the Judgement
- The Division Bench of the High Court, in its verdict, directed that a floor test should be conducted in the Uttarakhand Assembly by the end of April. This is to validate the claim of the former Chief Minister who insists on having the majority support.
- The Chief Justice of Uttarakhand made a noteworthy observation that the Central government, which is expected to remain neutral, was behaving more like an interested party in this case.
- The Chief Justice further stated that if the Central government were to repeal Article 356 and attempt to form a government, it would be a gross miscarriage of justice.
In this case, the court has taken a stand to uphold the democratic values and principles that are the bedrock of our Constitution. The ruling also serves as a reminder to the Central government about the importance of maintaining impartiality and upholding constitutional provisions.
Tags: Executive, Federal Relations
