By NewsBlogger Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress party for a “vintage culture” of browbeating. At the same time, over 600 lawyers raised concerns about a “vested interest group” attempting to pressure the judiciary and defame the courts, calling for Chief Justice Chandrachud’s leadership and protection of the judiciary’s integrity.
At a glance
- PM Modi criticizes Congress for “vintage culture” of browbeating.
- Over 600 lawyers raise concerns about pressure on the judiciary.
- Lawyers allege the existence of a “vested interest group” defaming courts.
- Concerns raised about damaging effects on courts and the democratic fabric.
- Call for Supreme Court to protect integrity and stand against threats.
The details
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently criticized the Congress party for what he described as a “vintage culture” of browbeating and bullying others.
This criticism comes amidst a growing concern raised by over 600 lawyers who wrote a letter to Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud.
In the letter, the lawyers alleged the existence of a “vested interest group” that is attempting to pressure the judiciary and defame the courts.
The Concerns Raised
The group of lawyers, which includes prominent figures such as senior advocate Harish Salve and Bar Council chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra, expressed their worries that these tactics are damaging to the courts and pose a threat to the democratic fabric of the country.
They highlighted the need for Chief Justice Chandrachud’s leadership during these “tough times” and called on the apex court to stand strong against such pressures.
According to the lawyers, the group in question has been creating false narratives about a supposed ‘better past’ of the courts in an attempt to influence judicial decisions.
Allegations and Accusations
They also accused some lawyers of defending politicians during the day and trying to influence judges through the media at night.
The group’s alleged theory of ‘bench fixing’ has been deemed disrespectful and contemptuous, with comparisons drawn between Indian courts and those in countries lacking the rule of law, further damaging public trust in the judiciary.
The lawyers expressed concerns about the group’s strategic operations during election times and their ‘My way or the highway’ approach to court decisions.
Call to Action
They urged the Supreme Court to take necessary steps to protect the integrity of the courts from such attacks and emphasized the importance of standing up for the judiciary and speaking out against these threats.
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| thehindu.com |
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| – Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress for a “vintage culture” of browbeating and bullying others – More than 600 lawyers wrote to Chief Justice of India alleging a “vested interest group” is trying to pressure the judiciary and defame courts – he lawyers included senior advocate Harish Salve and Bar Council chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra – The lawyers said these tactics are damaging to the courts and threaten democratic fabric – They called for CJI Chandrachud’s leadership in these “tough times” and for the apex court to stand strong – The letter targeted a section of lawyers who defend politicians by day and try to influence judges through the media at night |
| indianexpress.com |
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| – A group of lawyers have written to Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud expressing concern about a vested interest group trying to pressure the judiciary – The lawyers claim that the group is damaging the courts and threatening the democratic fabric – The group creates false narratives of a supposed ‘better past’ of the courts to influence decisions – Some lawyers defend politicians by day and try to influence judges through the media at night – The group has concocted a theory of ‘bench fixing’ which is seen as disrespectful and contemptuous – The group compares Indian courts to those in countries with no rule of law, damaging public trust in the judiciary – The group has a ‘My way or the highway’ approach to court decisions – The lawyers claim the group operates strategically during election times – The lawyers urge the Supreme Court to take steps to protect the courts from these attacks – The lawyers believe it is time to stand up for the courts and speak out against these attacks. |
