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15 July 2026

Supreme Court action against Samay Raina

While the case involves judicial enforcement of social welfare and compliance with court undertakings, it is a specific instance of judicial oversight rather than a landmark constitutional precedent or policy shift, making it useful primarily as context for discussions on judicial activism or disability rights.

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Notes

  • The Supreme Court of India issued a directive to five social media influencers, including Samay Raina, to promote awareness and raise funds for children with rare disorders, specifically Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
  • The Court mandated that these influencers host persons with disabilities on their digital platforms at least twice a month.
  • A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant found the individuals in non-compliance with their previous undertakings given to the Court.
  • The Court imposed a cost of ₹3 lakh on each of the five individuals for failing to adhere to the judicial directions.
  • The judiciary emphasized that the failure to comply with court-recorded undertakings constitutes a serious violation of judicial process.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role of the judiciary in ensuring social accountability and the protection of rights for persons with disabilities through the exercise of its contempt and supervisory powers. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following rare disorders was specifically mentioned in the Supreme Court's directive regarding awareness and fundraising?

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