Which case is the Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court set to hear regarding electoral bonds
The Supreme Court has named a Constitution Bench to hear a case related to electoral bonds. What is the specific case being referred to?
The specific case being referred to is:
- Aadhaar Act case: The Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court is set to hear a case relating to the validity of electoral bonds under the Aadhaar Act.
- Electoral bonds: Electoral bonds are financial instruments used for making donations to political parties in India. They were introduced in 2018 with the aim of bringing transparency to political funding.
- Controversy and privacy concerns: The validity of electoral bonds has been a subject of controversy and debate. Critics argue that the anonymity provided by these bonds may allow for undisclosed and illegal money to enter the political system, undermining transparency and democratic principles.
- Challenging the validity: Several petitions have been filed challenging the validity of electoral bonds, including their alleged violation of the right to privacy as guaranteed under the Aadhaar Act.
- Supreme Court's role: The Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court will examine the constitutional validity of electoral bonds and their compliance with the right to privacy.
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