SC: The repeal law does not need presidential assent, contrary to the Karnataka HC ruling.
The Supreme Court ruled that a new law that repeals an old law does not need presidential approval, even if the original law had it. This decision clarifies that the repeal are not subject to the same requirements as the new laws.
The case involved the Motorized Vehicle Tax Law of Karnataka and a certain other law of the law (amendment), 2003, which repealed the Law of Carriages of Karnataka Contracts (acquisition), 1976. The 2003 law allows the secretary of the secretary of the State transport authority issuing permits, expanding the private operator. stake.
The Superior Court of Karnataka had previously considered the unconstitutional 2003 law, citing the lack of presidential assent. The Supreme Court revoked this, stating that repeal was a valid legislative decision aimed at improving public transport services.
