Supreme Court Questions Ministries on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Repatriation Petition

Why in news

The Supreme Court of India sought responses from the Union Ministries of External Affairs and Home regarding a petition for the repatriation of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's remains from Japan.

Background

The petition was filed by Anita Cose Pfaff, daughter of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, seeking the remains from Renkō-Ji Temple in Tokyo. The Supreme Court previously declined a similar petition filed by Ashish Ray (grandnephew) four months prior.

Facts for Prelims

• PostNetaji Subhash Chandra Bose: Leader of the Indian National Army (INA) and key figure in the Indian independence movement.
• PlaceRenkō-Ji Temple: Located in Tokyo, Japan, where Netaji's remains are currently held.
• BodyMinistry of External Affairs (MEA): Responsible for India's foreign relations and diplomatic negotiations with Japan.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose in the Indian freedom struggle and the diplomatic complexities involved in the repatriation of historical remains.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• historical significance of INA
• diplomatic protocols with Japan
• legal hurdles in repatriation

Keywords: repatriation · diplomatic relations · historical legacy · judicial oversight

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