Sonam Lakra vs State of Chhattisgarh 2024 INSC 901 - Writ Jurisdiction - Alternate Remedy

Female Sarpanches - Concern expressed about recurring instances of administrative authorities and village panchayat members colluding to exact vendettas against female Sarpanches. Such instances highlight a systemic issue of prejudice and discrimination. (Para 14) [In this case, the Court while allowing appeal of a female sarpanch, observed: Classic case of administrative imperiousness, resulting in the removal of an elected Sarpanch—a young woman dedicated to serving her remote village in Chhattisgarh. Rather than recognizing her commitment and supporting her vigor for the village's development, the authorities unjustly penalized her for baseless and unwarranted reasons.]

Constitution of India - Article 226 -High Court, while exercising jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution has the vast discretion to entertain a writ petition, even if alternate remedies may exist, especially in cases where the Executive has blatantly and brazenly misused its power to weaken democratic values at the grass root level. (Para 16)