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'Persons with political and religious prejudices mustn't be made judges'
- In the wake of uproar over Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav's recent comments on Uniform Civil Code and that India will be run by the majority at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) function,
The article from MSN India discusses the Supreme Court of India's stance on the appointment of judges, emphasizing that individuals with strong political or religious biases should not be appointed to judicial positions. Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud highlighted the importance of maintaining the judiciary's impartiality and independence. He stressed that judges must be free from any prejudices that could influence their decisions, ensuring that justice is administered fairly. This perspective was shared during a discussion on the collegium system, which is responsible for recommending judges for appointment to the higher judiciary. The CJI's comments underline the judiciary's commitment to upholding the rule of law and the Constitution, free from external influences.
Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/persons-with-political-and-religious-prejudices-mustn-t-be-made-judges/ar-AA1vYXU3 ]
Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/persons-with-political-and-religious-prejudices-mustn-t-be-made-judges/ar-AA1vYXU3 ]
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