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9 September 2026

Puttingal temple fireworks accident trial stay

The topic serves as a case study for disaster management failures and judicial oversight of executive actions regarding public prosecutors, but it lacks the significance of a landmark judgment or policy change.

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Notes

  • The Kerala High Court has stayed the trial proceedings in the 2016 Puttingal Devi temple fireworks accident case until September 14.
  • The High Court has directed the State government to provide an explanation regarding the recent change of the public prosecutor in the case.
  • The State is required to submit a formal statement and relevant records justifying the replacement of the prosecutor.
  • The 2016 incident in Kollam district resulted in 109 fatalities and 280 injuries.
  • The explosion caused structural damage to over 300 residential houses.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role of the public prosecutor in the Indian criminal justice system and the implications of frequent changes in legal representation on the efficiency of trial proceedings. 150 words
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  2. Disaster management in India requires a multi-faceted approach involving regulatory compliance and judicial oversight. In the context of large-scale public gatherings and fire safety, analyze the challenges in enforcing safety protocols and the role of the judiciary in ensuring accountability. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. In the context of the Indian legal system, which of the following best describes the role of a Public Prosecutor?

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