express concern over “media Kangaroo Courts Department, Chief Justice of India NV Ramana said on Saturday that “uninformed debates and agendas” and “biased opinions” weaken democracy. “I urge mediaespecially electronic and social media to act responsibly.”
CJI was giving the inaugural lecture held in The memory of Judge Sathya Prata Sinha in Ranchi. speak on life of He said: A judge justice Not an easy responsibility. It has become an increasing challenge with Every day passes. in timesthere also Coordinated campaigns in mediaespecially on social media against judges. Another aspect that affects fair performance and independence of Elimination is rising number of media trials. new media tools massive amplification ability But it seems he can’t of Distinguish between right and wrongThe good and the badand the real And the fake. Media experiences cannot be a guiding factor in deciding cases.”
“Recently, we see media Running kangaroo playgrounds, in times on Cases that experienced judges find difficult to decide. Uninformed, agenda-driven discussions on Cases involving justice Delivery proves that it is harmful to health of democracy. Biased opinions posted by media Affect people, weaken democracy and harm system. In this process, justice Delivery is negatively affected. By overstepping and violating your responsibility, you are taking away our two democracy steps back,” CJI said.
“Press media He still has a certain degree of accountability. While, electronic media she has zero accountability As it is shows fading into thinness air. still worse social media,” He said.
Saying that there is growth demand for More stringent media regulations and accountabilityadvised media To “self-regulate and measure their words”. “You are should Do not bypass and invite interference, whether from government or from the courts. Judges may not respond immediately. please do not mistake to be weak or incompetent. When freedoms are exercised responsibly, in their respective fields, there will be no necessity of Establish reasonable or proportionate external restrictions. I urge mediaespecially electronic and social media to act responsibly.”
CJI also stress need To strengthen the judiciary and empower judges, stressing the growing number of physical attacks on The judges are watched. “Can you imagine, judge who Foot on The bench for Contracts, hardcore criminals mode behind The tape, once retired, loses all protection it came with Period? Judges must live in the same community as people They have been convicted, without any guarantee or guarantee of safety. Politicians, bureaucrats, police officers and more public Actors are often provided with Security even after retirement due to allergies of their jobs. Ironically, judges are not extended similar protection,” He said.
The International Criminal Court has described the judiciary as “the organ that breathes life into the constitution.” review of Legislative and executive procedures are an integral part of The constitutional scheme… is heart and soul of Indian Constitution”.
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“One may hear that the judges, being unelected, should Not to enter the legislative and executive arenas. But this ignores the constitutional responsibilities laid down on Judgment.”
CJI . said one of the biggest challenges Before the judiciary at the present time, it gives priority to matters for Arbitration where judges cannot turn a blind eye social the facts. “I must not fail to me place on record my concerns about future of Elimination in This country… the burden on a already The fragile judicial infrastructure is increasing day by day. There were a few unwanted reactions in Infrastructure increase in Few places. However, I did not hear of No concrete plan equip Elimination to meet challenges of What is expected futureLeave it alone for a long time.term Vision for The century forward “.
The need of He said the hour is to embark on an interdisciplinary study, where scientific methods can be used equip Elimination for The future.
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