CJI B.R. Gavai’s landmark judgments transformed India’s constitutional landscape, from electoral transparency and personal liberty to limits on executive power. His tenure redefined judicial boundaries while strengthening democracy and social justice.
Chief Justice Dr DY Chandrachud emphasized the judiciary’s selective role in societal disputes, clarifying the absence of direct governmental pressure during his term. He underlined the importance of Parliament legislating marriage laws, especially in the context of same-sex unions. Moreover, he highlighted the ongoing dialogue between the judiciary, litigants, and civil society, advocating for livestreaming constitutional cases.
