Electoral Bonds Scheme Unconstitutional Verdict
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Electoral Bonds Scheme Unconstitutional Verdict (Feb 2024 – Present)

Public Response, Student Protests & Dissent

Verified record of citizen movements, student hunger strikes, parliament marches, and public figure interventions.

Public & Medical ReactionMarch 15–20, 2024
Source: The Hindu / BBC / ADR Reports (March 2024)

ADR & Media Quid Pro Quo Disclosures

ADR, investigative journalists, and civil society groups published cross-matched data exposing ED raid-donor links and loss-making corporate contributions.

Key Figures:Prashant Bhushan (ADR Counsel)Jagdeep Chhokar (ADR)Investigative Reporters
Public Impact: Triggered intense national debate over corporate political financing.
Protest Movement2018–2024
Source: Wikipedia / SC Observer (2018–2024)

CPI(M) & Opposition Electoral Bond Refusal

CPI(M) remained the sole national party refusing donations through electoral bonds, joining ADR and Common Cause in filing legal challenges against corporate anonymity.

Key Figures:Sitaram Yechury (CPI-M)Common CauseADR Petitioners
Public Impact: Sustained legal fight leading to 2024 Supreme Court strike down.