Senior Advocate Indira Jaising and ex-SC Judge Markandey Katju react to the cash row of Justice Yashwant Verma, stressing transparency and fair enquiry. CJI Khanna’s swift action wins cautious approval as India awaits the truth.
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NEW DELHI: In a matter that has caught national attention, the recent cash-discovery at Justice Yashwant Verma’s house has become a topic of serious discussion among legal experts and citizens alike. Many people in India are talking about this issue and waiting to know the full truth.
The discovery of cash in relation to a judge has led to concerns about the transparency and trust in the judicial system.
This matter is very sensitive because it involves a judge, and people expect complete honesty and fairness from those who are part of the justice system.
Senior Advocate Indira Jaising, who is known for her strong voice on public interest matters and legal transparency, gave her opinion about the incident. She clearly mentioned that it is not her role to talk about the exact facts of the case because the matter is still being investigated.
But she strongly supported the idea that the working of the collegium system, which is responsible for the appointment of judges, should be open and honest.
Indira Jaising said,
“It is not my remit to comment on the facts of a case. I had only one demand and that was there should be complete transparency in the functioning of the collegium. We, the people of India, have the right to know what was going on. I am satisfied with the action that has been taken by the Chief Justice of India in setting up ‘in-house enquiry committee’. All of us need to await the outcome of that enquiry. I also believe that the judge in question has the right to natural justice and he is as much entitled to his point of view as anyone else.”
These words clearly show her balanced approach. She supports the need for investigation and clarity, but she also believes that the judge involved should get a fair chance to explain his side.
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Her statement shows that she is not rushing to conclusions. Instead, she is asking for justice and truth to come out in a fair manner. She trusts the Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, who has already taken steps by setting up a special inquiry committee to look into the matter.
The committee will carefully study all the details and give its report.
At the same time, another respected voice, Former Supreme Court Judge Markandey Katju, also gave his reaction to the situation. He acknowledged the steps taken by the Chief Justice of India and said that we all must wait for the investigation to complete before making any judgments.
Justice Katju said,
“The Chief Justice of India has formed a three member committee of three Chief Justices who will probe the incident. I can’t say much because investigations are underway and Justice Varma’s version has come in. We need to wait for the committee’s findings.”
This statement shows that even those who have served in the highest court of the country believe in waiting for the full truth to come out before making any decision or giving strong opinions.
The formation of the three-member committee of senior Chief Justices shows that the judiciary is taking this matter seriously. The purpose of this inquiry is to find out what really happened and whether there was any wrongdoing. Such steps help build trust among the public that even when something goes wrong, the system is ready to correct it with honesty.
This case has brought back the discussion about how important it is to have transparency in the collegium system and in all functions of the judiciary. People are watching closely, and they want assurance that justice will be served fairly. Both the quotes from Indira Jaising and Markandey Katju reflect the importance of not jumping to conclusions and letting the legal process happen properly.
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The judiciary is one of the most respected institutions in India. For our democracy to remain strong, it is necessary that people have full faith in the judges and the courts. Issues like the cash-discovery row shake that trust a little, but the way the Chief Justice has responded—by forming an in-house enquiry committee—shows a strong commitment to honesty and fairness. It also gives a message that no one is above the law, and everyone will be treated equally when it comes to justice.
Both the legal experts quoted in this article have a common message:
Let the enquiry be completed, let all sides be heard, and let justice be done with transparency and fairness.
As the people of India, we have the right to know the truth, but we must also allow the legal system to do its job without pressure or premature conclusions. Their views help maintain the dignity of the legal process while keeping the demand for transparency alive.
This matter is still under investigation, and the final findings of the committee will be crucial in deciding what really happened. Until then, the whole country watches and waits, hoping that truth and justice will win in the end.
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