During his felicitation event in Amravati, his hometown, CJI B R Gavai spoke about the importance of the Constitution after becoming the 52nd Chief Justice of India: “Constitution of India is supreme, all three wings of democracy work under it.”
KERALA: Former Supreme Court judge, Justice Jasti Chelameswar, has always been known for his candidness, even during his tenure as a judge. This aspect of his personality was clearly visible at the Wayanad Literature Festival in December 2024, where he engaged in an insightful discussion with Member of Parliament, John Brittas, on the complex relationship between courts and politics.
The Supreme Court of India issued a landmark ruling on November 5, determining that not all private property is a community resource. This decision prompted dissent from Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Sudhanshu Dhulia, who criticized the majority’s characterization of prior judicial doctrines, highlighting the importance of dissenting opinions in shaping legal interpretations and promoting transparency.