Supreme court
SC Directs States to Implement 'One Nation, One Ration Card' Scheme
The Supreme Court of India has directed all states to implement the 'One Nation, One Ration Card' scheme. Background: The scheme aims to provide ration cards to beneficiaries across the country, allowing them to access subsidized food grains from any fair price shop. Parties: The petitioners, including social activists, argued that the scheme is necessary to ensure food security for marginalized communities. Legal issues: The primary issue before the court was whether the scheme is constitutionally valid. Court observations: The court observed that the scheme is a policy decision that aims to promote food security and social welfare. Significance: This judgment has significant implications for food security in India, emphasizing the need for a unified and efficient system to provide subsidized food grains to marginalized communities.
