1. The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict today, October 17, on petitions challenging Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
2. A Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud will pronounce the judgment.
3. The Bench also includes Justices Surya Kant, MM Sundresh, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra.
Guwahati, Oct 17: The Supreme Court will pronounce its verdict today, October 17, on petitions challenging Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
The judgment comes from a Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, with Justices Surya Kant, MM Sundresh, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra.
The Bench had reserved its judgment in December after four days of hearings.
Section 6A specifically relates to Assam and permits migrants of Indian origin who entered the state between January 1, 1966, and March 25, 1971, to apply for Indian citizenship.
This provision has faced strong opposition from indigenous groups, who argue it encourages illegal immigration from Bangladesh and threatens their rights.
During the hearings, the Supreme Court asked the Ministry of Home Affairs to provide comprehensive data on the influx of illegal migrants into Assam and other northeastern states after March 25, 1971.
The Court also requested details on foreign tribunals and the granting of citizenship to immigrants during different timeframes.
