Supreme Court of India · 2025-08-06
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam vs Thiru. C.Ve. Shanmugam
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
- Respondent
- Thiru. C.Ve. Shanmugam
- Author
- B.R.Gavai
- Bench
- B.R.Gavai
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed a dispute involving the High Court's interim order restricting the use of images and symbols of political personalities and party insignia in government welfare schemes. The Court examined whether such restrictions infringed upon the constitutional rights of free speech and political expression. It emphasized the importance of balancing individual rights with public interest and the need for clear legal standards. The Court ultimately allowed the High Court's interim order to stand, pending further proceedings.