Chief Justice says judiciary must be open to scrutiny to earn public trust
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Chief Justice Surya Kant said on Thursday that the judiciary cannot gain public confidence by shielding itself from scrutiny. He explained that courts must remain willing to be examined, questioned and, where necessary, criticised. The remarks were made in a statement to the press in New Delhi, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability for the Indian judiciary. QUOTE: “A court cannot seek the confidence of the public by placing itself beyond scrutiny; it must remain willing to be examined, questioned and, where necessary, criticised,” the Chief Justice said.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 50% left, 0% center, 50% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Right-leaning (1): Swarajya
Sources
- Chief Justice Surya Kant declares judiciary cannot shield itself from scrutiny to earn public trust — Swarajya (right-leaning)
- CJI says judiciary cannot earn public trust by shielding itself from scrutiny — The Hindu (left-leaning)