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Gujarat High Court Dismisses Arvind Kejriwal's Plea in Modi Degree Case
✍️ News18
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 10:16 PM
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The Gujarat High Court has rejected a petition filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal challenging the investigation into Prime Minister Narendra Modi's academic qualifications.
The Gujarat High Court on Thursday refused to entertain a plea submitted by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal concerning the ongoing inquiry into Prime Minister Narendra Modi's academic credentials. Kejriwal had approached the court seeking a stay on the investigation, arguing that the process was politically motivated. The bench, however, found no merit in the arguments and dismissed the petition outright.
Legal experts noted that the court's decision underscores the judiciary's stance of non-interference in matters that are under the purview of investigative agencies. The ruling also signals that any further challenges to the probe will have to be pursued through appropriate legal channels rather than direct court intervention.
The decision arrives amid a broader controversy over the Central Information Commission's recent order demanding disclosure of documents related to the case. While the CIC order has sparked a separate row, the High Court's verdict remains confined to the specific plea filed by Kejriwal.
Stakeholders from both sides have refrained from making detailed comments pending further developments. The investigation into the degree allegations continues under the supervision of the designated authorities.
The outcome is expected to shape the political discourse ahead of upcoming electoral battles, with both the ruling party and opposition keenly watching the legal proceedings.
Legal experts noted that the court's decision underscores the judiciary's stance of non-interference in matters that are under the purview of investigative agencies. The ruling also signals that any further challenges to the probe will have to be pursued through appropriate legal channels rather than direct court intervention.
The decision arrives amid a broader controversy over the Central Information Commission's recent order demanding disclosure of documents related to the case. While the CIC order has sparked a separate row, the High Court's verdict remains confined to the specific plea filed by Kejriwal.
Stakeholders from both sides have refrained from making detailed comments pending further developments. The investigation into the degree allegations continues under the supervision of the designated authorities.
The outcome is expected to shape the political discourse ahead of upcoming electoral battles, with both the ruling party and opposition keenly watching the legal proceedings.