In Brief
The Supreme Court examined Civil Appeals and a Contempt Petition concerning the Government of NCT of Delhi and the Union of India, which raised substantial questions regarding the interpretation of Article 239AA of the Constitution (relating to Delhi's governance structure). The Court held that these matters required Constitution Bench adjudication under Article 145(3) and directed the Registry to refer the papers to the Chief Justice for constitution of an appropriate Constitution Bench. The Court noted the urgency of the proceedings and the pendency of interim applications.
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