The Supreme Court of India has ordered a review of the electoral bonds scheme, following a petition filed by a group of activists and opposition parties. Background: The petitioners argued that the electoral bonds scheme was opaque and allowed for anonymous donations to political parties, which could lead to corruption and influence peddling. Parties: The petitioners, including a group of activists and opposition parties, argued that the electoral bonds scheme was unconstitutional and violated the right to transparency in political funding. The respondents, including the government, argued that the scheme was necessary to promote transparency and accountability in political funding. Legal issues: The court considered the issue of whether the electoral bonds scheme was constitutional and whether it violated the right to transparency in political funding. Court observations: The court observed that there was a need for a review of the electoral bonds scheme to ensure that it was transparent and accountable. Significance: The judgment is significant, as it highlights the need for transparency and accountability in political funding. The court's decision will have implications for the electoral bonds scheme and the funding of political parties.