Supreme Court Justice Manmohan called the Kesavananda Bharati judgment India’s key contribution to global rule-of-law discourse. He said, “This basic structure doctrine has ensured the Constitution has survived 75 years, far beyond the usual 20-year lifespan.”
Retired Justice Rakesh Kumar has accused former CJI DY Chandrachud of “hyperactivity” in a bail case, leading to an official inquiry ordered by the President of India. Allegations suggest misuse of power during his tenure, raising concerns about judicial accountability and transparency. The situation prompts questions on the investigation’s seriousness against a former Chief Justice.
Today(on 23rd April),The President of the Supreme Court Bar Association urges Prime Minister Modi to amend statutes for the appointment of sitting judges to tribunals and commissions, instead of retired judges, to ensure judicial impartiality. He highlighted concerns about judges’ impartiality, recommended extending retirement age, and emphasized the need for upholding the judiciary’s independence.
