Former Supreme Court Judge Nariman Calls Bengal SIR 'Completely Illegal'

Former Supreme Court Judge Rohinton Nariman has criticized West Bengal's proposed Secular Indian Republic (SIR) as "completely illegal" and an unlawful removal of citizens' rights.

Nariman's comments come amid ongoing political debate over the proposal in the state. The former judge's remarks underscore constitutional concerns raised by legal experts regarding the legality of such a measure.

The criticism highlights tensions between state-level political initiatives and constitutional protections guaranteed to Indian citizens.