Senior Advocate Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi remarked that judicial independence in politically sensitive cases, describing it as a “mixed bag.” Singhvi emphasised that outcomes in such cases often hinge on bench composition. “So you get from draw of lots where decisions will vary in 10 ways among the 17 benches,” he stated. He further highlighted the judiciary’s tendency to avoid decisive rulings in some instances, remarking, “There is a tendency to take a decision to not decide, and another way is: operation successful, but the patient dies. This has happened in some recent cases.”
Former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud warned against the influence of pressure groups and social media on judicial outcomes, urging judges to maintain independence and focus on constitutional values. He noted the dangers of forming opinions based on brief social media content, emphasizing the judiciary’s role in democracy and the complexities of law interpretation.
In a recent meeting, K. Sudha of the Human Rights Forum criticized former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud for actions undermining India’s legal integrity and the Constitution. M. Sravya addressed declining primary education standards, emphasizing enrollment over quality and the burden on teachers. Both discussions highlighted urgent calls for reform in the judiciary and education sectors in India.
Former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud’s tenure is marked by a legacy of empathy, inclusivity, and a deeply humane approach to justice. Concerned about his legacy, he balanced his role with a profound sense of responsibility, emphasizing that the judiciary’s mission goes beyond legal interpretation to protect dignity and serve those most vulnerable. His leadership transformed the judiciary into not just an arbiter of law but a force for healing and equity, bridging the gap between justice and humanity. In his retirement, both the legal fraternity and the public reflect on a CJI who brought compassion to the bench, leaving the institution better than he found it.
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud served his last judgement at the Supreme Court, before officially stepping down from the post, making way for his successor-Justice Sanjiv Khanna. The judgment, delivered on November 6 by a bench headed by CJI DY Chandrachud and comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, directly challenged the state’s use of demolitions as a means of reprisal, a practice that often sidelines established legal procedures.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud is set to retire on November 10 after serving for two years at the Supreme Court. While, the outgoing Chief Justice has a long list of landmark verdicts in his kitty, his name will remain etched in history in bold letters for his contribution to the evolution of rights of LGBTQIA+ community in India.
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Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, the 50th Chief Justice of India (CJI) , was appointed by President Droupadi Murmu in November 2022, succeeding Uday Umesh Lalit. Son of former Chief Justice Y.V. Chandrachud, he became a Supreme Court judge in May 2016. Prior to this, he served as Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court (2013–2016) and as a judge at the Bombay High Court (2000–2013).
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“Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit and participation in Ganesha Pooja at the residence of CJI DY Chandrachud is highly improper and an act impacting–prejudicially affecting the trust and confidence of the general public”: Lawyers raise concerns over judiciary-executive relations. Several senior advocates expressed concerns about the visit, questioning its implications for the separation of powers between the judiciary and the executive.
A controversy erupted after Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended Ganpati Puja celebrations at the residence of Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, with the Shiv Sena (UBT) suggesting that it might raise doubts about judicial impartiality in the minds of the people. Hitting back at the opposition, the BJP said PM Modi’s visit was restricted to Ganpati Puja celebrations, and it was a “part of our culture”.
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