Context: The Supreme Court’s decision to grant bail to Manish Sisodia emphasizes the principle established by Justice Krishna Iyer in 1977, stating that “bail is the rule and jail is the exception.” This ruling reflects a broader commitment to uphold individual liberty and prevent undue punishment due to procedural delays. …

Historical Background: The Gotipua dance tradition began in Odisha during the 16th century under the patronage of Bhoi king Rama Chandra Dev. In the Oriya language, “Goti” means single and “Pua” means boy. This dance form was developed as a male counterpart to the Mahari tradition, which involved ritualistic dances …