Union Home Minister Amit Shah said any action against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav over his hate speech will be decided by the Supreme Court. He clarified that the matter does not fall under the government’s jurisdiction or control.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar stated that only Parliament has the power to decide on the removal of Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav. His remarks came after 55 opposition MPs submitted a notice seeking the judge’s removal over alleged misconduct. He emphasized that such matters must follow constitutional procedures. The issue has sparked political debate, with legal experts closely watching the developments.
Today, On 3rd February, Retired Supreme Court judge Hrishikesh Roy expressed concern over the optics of PM Modi’s visit to Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s home for Ganpati Puja, calling it “disturbing.” He clarified, however, that no court-related discussions took place during the visit. Roy emphasized that such events could have been avoided to prevent any perception of undue influence. The incident raised questions about the separation of powers and judicial independence.
Senior advocate Dushyant Dave asserted that the only appropriate step the Chief Justice of India could take is to withdraw judicial work from Justice Shekhar Yadav. He also highlighted Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s warning against interfering with cultural and religious rights, emphasizing that they were part of the agreement reached before Partition.
Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court defended his controversial remarks about the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and societal reforms during a VHP event, stating they align with constitutional values and were not intended to create hatred. He emphasized addressing societal ills and justified his views on cow protection as culturally significant, dismissing allegations of violating judicial ethics.
The Supreme Court Collegium is considering a proposal to limit the appointment of judges’ relatives to judicial positions. This move aims to promote fairness and inclusivity in the judiciary, creating opportunities for first-generation lawyers. Experts believe it could enhance diversity and improve representation from underrepresented communities in constitutional courts. The step reflects a growing emphasis on merit-based selections in India’s judicial system.
The Supreme Court collegium, led by CJI Sanjiv Khanna, conducted interviews for high court judgeships to improve candidate evaluation. This follows controversies involving Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav’s remarks at a VHP event, raising concerns about judicial impartiality. The collegium aims to enhance transparency and integrity in judicial appointments through personal interactions.
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna briefed the Supreme Court’s full bench about a meeting concerning Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav’s controversial remarks about Muslims. These comments provoked public outcry and calls for impeachment. The Collegium is considering measures, including a possible inquiry and a public apology, to address the situation, emphasizing judicial independence.
The Supreme Court Collegium met with Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav to address his controversial comments at a VHP event, deemed avoidable by the Collegium. His remarks on the Uniform Civil Code ignited public backlash, leading to an impeachment motion by the Opposition and calls for an inquiry into his conduct to uphold judicial integrity.