ದಿ ಹಿಂದೂ ಸಂಪಾದಕೀಯ “Beyond Intoxication: On Alcohol Regulation, Judicial Verdict”   ಬಳಸಲಾದ Idioms and Phrases 

ದಿ ಹಿಂದೂ ಸಂಪಾದಕೀಯ “Beyond Intoxication: On Alcohol Regulation, Judicial Verdict”   ಬಳಸಲಾದ Idioms and Phrases 

The Supreme Court’s decision regarding the regulatory powers over alcohol production and sale has settled a long-standing bone of contention between the Centre and the States. The ruling emphasizes that states retain the power to regulate all forms of alcohol, including ‘industrial alcohol,’ despite the Centre’s claim that it falls under its purview.

The judgment addresses the entire gamut of activities related to alcohol, reaffirming the legislative powers of the states in matters related to the production, sale, and distribution of alcohol. The decision, while upholding the states’ rights, ensures that federal principles are not compromised, avoiding a tilt towards centralization.

This ruling follows another recent Supreme Court verdict that has upheld principles of federalism, demonstrating the Court’s commitment to maintaining a balanced distribution of power. However, Justice Nagarathna’s dissent strikes a cautionary note, warning that any reinterpretation of federal powers could disrupt the constitutional balance.

1.  Bone of contention

• Meaning: The main point of disagreement or dispute.
• Example: "The bone of contention was whether a central law removed ‘industrial alcohol’ from the regulatory purview of state governments."

2.  Gamut of activities

• Meaning: The complete range or scope of activities.
• Example: "The Supreme Court ruling covers the entire gamut of activities involving the production, sale, and distribution of alcohol products."

3.  Tilt towards

• Meaning: To move or lean in favor of one side.
• Example: "Any other interpretation would tilt the federal balance towards the Union, upsetting the distribution of legislative powers."

4.  Uphold principles

• Meaning: To maintain or support a principle or idea.
• Example: "The verdict is the second major decision by the Supreme Court in recent months that has upheld federal principles."

5.  Strike a cautionary note

• Meaning: To issue a warning or raise concerns.
• Example: "Justice Nagarathna’s dissent strikes a cautionary note, emphasizing the importance of the constitutional balance."