In Dialogue with Arvind Datar: Tribunals, Gaming & Constitutional Power

In this episode of the Law and Other Things podcast, Sannidhi speaks with Senior Advocate Arvind Datar on key constitutional battles before the Supreme Court. The conversation covers his victory in Madras Bar Association v. Union of India, the limits of legislative overruling, and the push for an independent National Tribunals Commission.

The discussion also turns to Gameskraft v. Union of India, examining the taxation of online gaming, the skill-versus-chance distinction, federalism concerns, and the doctrine of res extra commercium. A sharp and insightful exchange on judicial review, separation of powers, and the future of regulatory governance in India.