Constructive Criticism Of Judgments Helps In Development Of Law; People Guardians Of Judiciary: Justice CT Ravikumar In Farewell Speech
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Constructive Criticism Of Judgments Helps In Development Of Law; People Guardians Of Judiciary: Justice CT Ravikumar In Farewell Speech

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Justice CT Ravikumar in his insightful and emotional farewell speech today expressed the need for constructive criticism of Judgements which are related to the public interest. Speaking at the farewell function organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association, he encouraged the practice of public discourse on important decisions which impact society at large. Justice Ravikumar, to explain the role of a strong Bench and Bar cooperation in working towards the idea of Justice, used the following metaphor - "If the rule of law is our path, then the law is the vehicle and we both - the bar and the bench are the drivers guiding the aggrieved to Justice, otherwise they will be lost." Justice Ravikumar also recalled how once in his speech of January 5 2009, when he assumed office as a High Court Judge, he pledged to "not do anything which will shatter the confidence of the people in Judiciary".

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Won't do anything to shatter people's faith in judiciary: Retired top court judge
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Won't do anything to shatter people's faith in judiciary: Retired top court judge

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Supreme Court judge Justice CT Ravikumar, who retired on Friday, said that he would keep his word of not doing anything to shatter the confidence of people in the judiciary even after his retirement. Describing the judiciary as a guardian of law, Justice Ravikumar said he would respect the institution and continue to do so as a law-abiding citizen. Talking …

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The Hindu  

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Live Law  

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Live Law  

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