Retired Judges Sound Alarm Over Attempts to Undermine Judiciary's Independence
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A group of 21 retired judges wrote to the CJI raising alarm over attempts to undermine the judiciary through pressure and public disparagement.
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The letter accused critics of having insidious methods to sway judicial processes by casting aspersions on courts.
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It suggested the faction undermining the judiciary is motivated by narrow political interests and personal gains.
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The letter flagged attempts to erode public confidence in the judicial system and influence cases with social, economic and political significance.
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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the threat is coming from the BJP regime, on whose behalf the letter was put out.