3 Things Bill to remove jailed ministers, the stray dog orders, and Bihar voter list
Aug 25, 2025
Vineet Bhalla, a journalist from The Indian Express, discusses the recent Supreme Court ruling on stray dogs in Delhi NCR, which has sparked public outrage and protests from animal rights groups. Apurva Vishwanath, the National Legal Editor, shares insights on a controversial new bill aiming to disqualify ministers facing serious accusations if incarcerated for over 30 days. The conversation also touches on the unexpected discovery of a Pakistani woman living in India for decades during a voter list revision, highlighting the intersection of governance and animal welfare.
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Removal After 30 Days In Custody
- The 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill would remove ministers detained for 30 consecutive days from their posts pending re-election.
- The government says this protects constitutional morality and public trust while allowing reappointment after release.
Shift From Conviction To Detention
- The bill shifts the disqualification yardstick from conviction to detention, targeting arrests rather than proven guilt.
- This departs from longstanding law that disqualifies only after conviction and raises legal questions about presumption of innocence.
30-Day Window Risks Political Weaponization
- Fast trials are rare, so using short detention windows like 30 days risks politicised removals before judicial findings.
- The government argues ministers cannot function from jail, but critics warn agencies might weaponize arrests.