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The Supreme Court of India made a momentous decision on February 4th, 2025 to resolve the extensive farmers' protests which began in late 2020. The judicial system commanded the government to conduct an immediate assessment of key components within three farm laws while finding solutions to address farmer protest origins. 

Court Ruling and Government Response: 

A verdict from the court emerged through many months of discussions involving farmers' unions and agricultural experts and government officials and members. The court urged the government to establish framework-based collaboration with farmer organizations alongside other agricultural stakeholders for creating any new pieces of agricultural legislation. 

Implications for the Government: 

The government faces extraordinary strain because it initially promoted the farm laws to become a key driver for modernizing India's agricultural industry. The Farmer unions dedicated their criticism to these laws since they perceived them to lower the minimum support price system while empowering corporate buyers. 

Reforms to Be Considered: 

The government officials demonstrated a willingness to restart dialogue with protesting farmers to work toward necessary amendments of the existing laws. Several experts believe that government authorities must reassess the current laws during this process to create better protections for farmers.