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CJI Advocates for Institutional Growth Without Implying Flaws

CJI Advocates for Institutional Growth Without Implying Flaws

During a recent lecture organized by the Marathi daily Loksatta, Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud emphasized the need for improvement within institutions, particularly the collegium system for appointing judges. He highlighted that while every institution can enhance its processes, this should not imply that something is fundamentally flawed with them.

Chandrachud described the collegium system as a federal framework where responsibilities are shared among various government levels, including both the Centre and the states, alongside the judiciary. He characterized the appointment process as one of consultative dialogue aimed at achieving consensus, acknowledging that disagreements can arise, which is a natural part of the system. He stressed the importance of maturity in handling these discussions, particularly when objections about candidates surface.

Addressing criticisms of the judicial institution, the Chief Justice argued that while there is always room for improvement, the enduring stability of these institutions over 75 years deserves trust. He also shed light on the growing workload of judges, noting that as they ascend the judiciary, their responsibilities multiply in complexity. He called attention to the need for judges to have adequate time to reflect on legal matters, rather than merely functioning as “mechanical machines” in case disposal.

Chandrachud also commented on the impact of social media, acknowledging its transformative role in society. While urging judges to exercise caution in their public statements, he expressed a positive view of social media's capacity to engage a broader audience. His remarks underline the evolving landscape of the judiciary and the importance of balancing traditional practices with modern challenges.

CJI Advocates for Institutional Growth Without Implying Flaws

CJI Advocates for Institutional Growth Without Implying Flaws
During a recent lecture organized by the Marathi daily Loksatta, Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud emphasized the need for improvement within institutions, particularly the collegium system for appointing judges. He highlighted that while every institution can enhance its processes, this should not imply that something is fundamentally flawed with them.

Chandrachud described the collegium system as a federal framework where responsibilities are shared among various government levels, including both the Centre and the states, alongside the judiciary. He characterized the appointment process as one of consultative dialogue aimed at achieving consensus, acknowledging that disagreements can arise, which is a natural part of the system. He stressed the importance of maturity in handling these discussions, particularly when objections about candidates surface.

Addressing criticisms of the judicial institution, the Chief Justice argued that while there is always room for improvement, the enduring stability of these institutions over 75 years deserves trust. He also shed light on the growing workload of judges, noting that as they ascend the judiciary, their responsibilities multiply in complexity. He called attention to the need for judges to have adequate time to reflect on legal matters, rather than merely functioning as “mechanical machines” in case disposal.

Chandrachud also commented on the impact of social media, acknowledging its transformative role in society. While urging judges to exercise caution in their public statements, he expressed a positive view of social media's capacity to engage a broader audience. His remarks underline the evolving landscape of the judiciary and the importance of balancing traditional practices with modern challenges.

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