Justice Abhay Oka of the Supreme Court highlighted concerns about the rise of “mob rule” in India, where politicians promise death penalty for offenders, despite only the judiciary having the authority. He emphasized the need to preserve the judiciary’s independence and ensure timely, fair judgments, in light of recent events. Other speakers emphasized the importance of safeguarding constitutional values through education and awareness.
Today(on 13th July),Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud emphasized the importance of translating legal language into simpler terms during his address at the 3rd Convocation of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University in Lucknow. He urged educators to teach legal principles in a way that is easily understandable, including in regional languages.
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud stressed the judiciary’s duty to uphold constitutional values, cautioning against personal ideologies in judgments. He emphasized the importance of impartiality and humility, urging judges to prioritize constitutional morality. Chandrachud raised concerns about judges’ personal views influencing rulings on interfaith marriages and relationships, advocating for a constitutionally grounded approach.
Former Supreme Court Justice Rohinton Nariman proposed a reform for India’s Collegium system, suggesting a panel with the Chief Justice and four retired judges to enhance judicial independence and address system flaws. He also emphasized the importance of transparency in the selection process and the inclusion of practicing members of the legal profession in the nomination process. The proposed framework aims to ensure well-qualified and committed judges while fostering judicial independence and accountability.