On Sunday (28th April): Retired Justice S Muralidhar criticized the new criminal laws for failing to bring significant change or decolonization to the legal framework. He highlighted persistent outdated provisions and the laws’ failure to address human rights violations and provide fair compensation for wrongful prosecution. He urged aspiring lawyers to uphold their clients’ rights and defend them diligently.
Justice Akil Kureshi honored with the SGS Ethics Award for his dedication to upholding India’s essence in the legal profession. His commitment to integrity and ethical conduct in the judiciary was recognized. He emphasized the importance of unity in diversity and advocated for reforms in the Collegium system, while expressing concern over human rights violations.
