Higher Education Minister Threatens Court Action Over College Named After Kalaignar

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• Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister Govi. Chezhiaan stated that the State government will seek legal recourse to obtain the Governor’s assent for a resolution passed in the Assembly.
• The resolution aims to establish a college in memory of former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi in Kumbakonam.
• Efforts to contact the Governor via phone and letters have not elicited any response, according to Mr. Chezhiaan.
• the Chief Minister has indicated that legal action will be taken if assent is delayed further.
• Mr.Chezhiaan alleged that the Governor avoids addressing matters related to Tamil culture or leaders like Karunanidhi.

!Image: Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister Govi. cheziaan (File photo)

Indian Opinion Analysis

The refusal or delay by Governors in granting assent to resolutions passed by states can strain state-government relations and raise constitutional questions about federal governance in India. Tamil Nadu government’s potential move toward legal intervention reflects an effort to address perceived overreach or neglect by gubernatorial offices, emphasizing state autonomy within India’s democratic structure.

Given prior Supreme Court guidelines on gubernatorial duties, a court decision might clarify procedural responsibilities for such cases, potentially setting precedent for other states facing similar concerns regarding delays or denial of assent on legislative matters.

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