Supreme Court Stops Nameplates on Kanwar Yatra Eateries
Congress Leader Pawan Khera Reacts
The Supreme Court has temporarily halted directives requiring eateries on Kanwar Yatra routes to display the names of their owners. Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized the order, calling it unconstitutional and discriminatory against Dalits, tribals, Muslims, and other minorities.
The court’s decision affects Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh. A bench of Justices Hrishikesh Roy and SVN Bhatti stated that while food sellers can be asked to display the kind of food they are serving, they must not be forced to disclose their names. The issue will be revisited on July 26.
The directive was initially issued by the Senior Superintendent of Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, and was enforced across several districts in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh. The petitions challenging the directive were filed by Member of Parliament Mahua Moitra, the Association for Protection of Civil Rights, Delhi University Professor Apoorvanand, and activist Aakar Patel.
Meanwhile, Khera also spoke about the ongoing Parliament Monsoon Session, which will have 19 sittings until August 12. He highlighted concerns about the NEET exam and Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers, criticizing the government for not taking action to help youth and farmers. The Modi government is expected to present six bills during this session, including the Aircraft Act, the Finance Bill, and the budget for Jammu and Kashmir.
Doubts Revealed
Supreme Court -: The Supreme Court is the highest court in India. It makes important decisions about laws and rules in the country.
Kanwar Yatra -: Kanwar Yatra is a religious journey where devotees of Lord Shiva carry holy water from the Ganges River to their local Shiva temples.
Eateries -: Eateries are places where people can buy and eat food, like restaurants or food stalls.
Congress Leader -: A Congress Leader is a person who is part of the Indian National Congress, a major political party in India.
Pawan Khera -: Pawan Khera is a politician and a member of the Indian National Congress party.
Unconstitutional -: Unconstitutional means something that goes against the rules and principles set by the Constitution of India.
Discriminatory -: Discriminatory means treating people unfairly or differently based on certain characteristics like religion, race, or gender.
Uttar Pradesh -: Uttar Pradesh is a state in northern India. It is the most populous state in the country.
Uttarakhand -: Uttarakhand is a state in northern India known for its Hindu pilgrimage sites and natural beauty.
Madhya Pradesh -: Madhya Pradesh is a large state in central India known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Parliament Monsoon Session -: The Parliament Monsoon Session is a period when the Indian Parliament meets during the rainy season to discuss and pass laws.
NEET -: NEET stands for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. It is an exam in India for students who want to study medicine or dentistry.
MSP -: MSP stands for Minimum Support Price. It is a price set by the government to buy crops from farmers to ensure they get a fair income.