At the 16th Convocation of Gujarat National Law University, CJI Surya Kant said public trust in the legal system depends on lawyers’ honesty and conduct. He reminded graduates that credibility takes years to build but can be lost instantly if responsibility and ethics are ignored.
The Instagram account ‘Seven Angry Women’ sparked controversy at GNLU-Gujarat National Law University by shedding light on allegations of rape, hate speech, and queerphobia among students. The Gujarat High Court initiated a ‘high-level inquiry’ into the university’s affairs and faculty following the anonymous posts. The university’s response and subsequent actions have led to a decrease in trust among students.
The Gujarat High Court Today openly criticized the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) administration for suppressing accusations of queerphobia and rape made by students. The court expressed dismay over the university’s approach and highlighted the broader issue of silence and suppression within educational institutions. This stern rebuke serves as a call to action for all educational institutions to uphold safety, respect, and justice.
The Gujarat High Court has directed Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) to establish a transparent mechanism for handling sexual harassment complaints. The court raised concerns about the effectiveness of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) in addressing such sensitive issues within the campus. The directive aims to safeguard the integrity of the process and protect the rights of complainants.