Justice S. Muralidhar: ‘Judges Need Broad Shoulders, Transparency, and Diversity’ – Calls for Judicial Reforms in India

Former Chief Justice of Orissa High Court, Justice S. Muralidhar, urges major reforms in India’s judiciary, highlighting the need for accountability, transparent transfers, and diverse representation on the bench. He critiques the Ayodhya verdict, judicial transfers, and calls for a more rigorous and fair approach in judicial decisions.

Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge Question Rejection of Justices Nariman and KM Joseph for NHRC Chief in Dissent Note

Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi criticized the selection process for NHRC chairperson, finding it flawed and lacking consensus. They proposed Justices Rohinton Nariman and Kuttiyil Joseph for the role, emphasizing inclusivity. Despite their dissent, Justice V. Ramasubramanian was appointed as chairperson, raising concerns about fairness and representation within the NHRC.