Rift Over Rejected Bills
West Bengal CM Mamata VS Governor Once again, a rift has emerged between Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, and Governor Sevi Anand Bose. The rejection of eight bills proposed by the Mamata government by Governor Bose has sparked a fresh controversy.
Supreme Court Appeal
The Mamata government has now approached the Supreme Court against the Governor’s decision. Aastha Sharma, the lawyer representing the Bengal government, has urged Chief Justice DY Chandrachud to expedite a hearing on the petition filed in the Supreme Court.
Constitutional Violation Allegations
The petition argues that the Governor’s rejection of the bills without providing any reasons undermines the democratic governance system. It alleges that this action violates Article 200 of the Constitution, asserting that refusal to approve bills without justification is undemocratic.
Threat to Democratic Principles
The state’s lawyer emphasized that such actions by the Governor pose a threat to democratic principles and encroach upon state rights.
Political Discord with Former Governor
Prior to Sevi Anand Bose, Jagdeep Dhankar served as the Vice President of West Bengal and had a well-documented tumultuous relationship with Mamata Banerjee.
Complex Relationship Dynamics
Despite occasional reconciliations, their relationship was often marred by public disagreements, particularly concerning post-election violence and assertions of constitutional authority.