Constitution a powerful tool to curb inequality, says CJI
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Constitution a powerful tool to curb inequality, says CJI

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: “The Constitution is a powerful tool to curb disparities and it creates institutions and structures which are meant to guard against inequality. The Constitution provides for checks and balances within these institutions and also stipulates institutional priorities and obligations towards citizens of the country,” said Chief Justice of India D.Y. “Constitutional longevity speaks to the wisdom of our framers who were prescient enough to incorporate grounding elements into the Constitution without making it into a rigid normative, and a brittle document,” he said. He said “in reality, justice means different things in different contexts and it takes a compassionate eye to spot injustices around them”. Economists among you would perhaps similarly spot the cost of low female workforce participation to the country’s fiscal progress or the cost of women’s unpaid labour as home-makers.”

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Constitution helped in country's transformation: CJI Khanna
4 months ago

Constitution helped in country's transformation: CJI Khanna

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday said India has emerged as a vibrant democracy and a geopolitical leader, and the Constitution of the country has helped in this transformation. It is today a way of life that has to be lived up to," Justice Khanna said, while speaking at the Constitution Day function organised by the …

Rahul calls Constitution powerful tool to protect poorest; Congress leaders comment on Samvidhan Divas
4 months ago

Rahul calls Constitution powerful tool to protect poorest; Congress leaders comment on Samvidhan Divas

New Indian Express  

Justice, liberty, equality and fraternity are not just ideals or ideas, they are the way of life for 140 crore Indians, Kharge asserted. Kharge said Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Babasaheb Dr BR Ambedkar, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Dr Rajendra Prasad, KM Munshi, Sarojini Naidu, Alladi Krishnaswamy Ayyar, Rajkumari Amrit Kaur and several eminent personalities were not just revered …

The supremacy of India’s Constitution is the foundation of our democracy
4 months ago

The supremacy of India’s Constitution is the foundation of our democracy

Live Mint  

This year, India celebrates the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of India. The rest of the Preamble’s first sentence reads: “… having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic and to secure to all its citizens …" The framers of the Constitution were mindful of the fact that they were laying the …

Constitution Is A Powerful Tool To Address Social Inequalities: CJI DY Chandrachud
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Constitution Is A Powerful Tool To Address Social Inequalities: CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Law  

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Wednesday said that the Constitution of India is a powerful tool to curb disparities within the society. Justice Chandrachud called on graduates, specifically the ones from disciplines other than law, to imbibe the values of the Constitution in their professional journeys and to engage critically with the world around them. Quoting American author …

“It Is Only Because Of The Indian Constitution And Vision Of Dr. Ambedkar, We Have Progressed Towards Social And Economic Justice” – Justice Gavai At SN Bhuyan Centenary Lecture
7 months, 3 weeks ago

“It Is Only Because Of The Indian Constitution And Vision Of Dr. Ambedkar, We Have Progressed Towards Social And Economic Justice” – Justice Gavai At SN Bhuyan Centenary Lecture

Live Law  

Justice BR Gavai, on August 3, 2024 delivered the chief note at the SN Bhuyan Centenary Lecture titled "75 Years of the Constitution of India: Dr Ambedkar's Vision and Social Justice." In order to achieve social and economic justice along with political justice, our Constitution provides Directive Principles of State Policy.” He then emphasized the role of social reformers like …

Constitution Sets A Benchmark For Inclusive Governance & Social Justice : Justice B.V. Nagarathna
1 year ago

Constitution Sets A Benchmark For Inclusive Governance & Social Justice : Justice B.V. Nagarathna

Live Law  

Justice B.V. Nagarathna, while speaking in a virtual address at the Columbia Law School, said that the Constitution of India sets a benchmark for inclusive governance and social justice. The Supreme Court judge spoke on “75 Years of the Indian Constitution—Supreme Court and Social Justice: A 75-Year History.” Columbia Law School organized the event in Association with CEDE, the American …

When we say ‘we honour the Constitution’, we honour the fact it still exists and works today: CJI
1 year, 4 months ago

When we say ‘we honour the Constitution’, we honour the fact it still exists and works today: CJI

The Hindu  

Chief Justice of India D.Y. “When we say today ‘we honour the adoption of the Constitution’, first and foremost, we honour the fact that the Constitution ‘exists’ and that the Constitution ‘works’,” the Chief Justice said in his address at the Supreme Court during the Constitution Day celebrations. The Chief Justice’s words are significant as both the Constitution and the …

‘Even bad constitution may turn out to be good if…’, says CJI Chandrachud
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Even bad constitution may turn out to be good if…’, says CJI Chandrachud

Live Mint  

Even a bad constitution may end up benefitting the people if those responsible for its functioning are a “good lot”, said Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, while addressing an event in the United States that honoured the idea of constitutionalism of BR Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution. “However bad a constitution may be, it may turn out …

Attempt To Realign Law And Society With Justice Is More Courageous Than Doing Nothing: CJI
2 years, 1 month ago

Attempt To Realign Law And Society With Justice Is More Courageous Than Doing Nothing: CJI

ABP News  

Mumbai: The Constitution of India is a remarkable homegrown product of self-governance, dignity and independence and while some speak of it in entirely adulatory terms, many others are cynical about its success, Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud said on Saturday. The CJI, who was speaking at the first convocation ceremony of the Maharashtra National Law University in Nagpur, …

"Every Indian Citizen Has The Duty To Prevent Abuse Of The Constitution": Justice KM Joseph On Constitution Day
2 years, 4 months ago

"Every Indian Citizen Has The Duty To Prevent Abuse Of The Constitution": Justice KM Joseph On Constitution Day

Live Law  

The people of our nation are charged with the duty of operating the Constitution and giving life to it by defending the core values enshrined in it and preventing it from being abused, said Justice K.M. The Supreme Court judge earnestly explained, "Each generation of citizens is dutybound to remain alert and on their toes to safeguard the core value …

CJI SA Bobde, speaking at International Judicial Conference in New Delhi, says rule of law 'most fundamental feature' of modern constitutions
5 years, 1 month ago

CJI SA Bobde, speaking at International Judicial Conference in New Delhi, says rule of law 'most fundamental feature' of modern constitutions

Firstpost  

New Delhi: The rule of law is probably the “most fundamental feature” of modern constitutions and its success depends on how judiciaries across the world respond to emerging challenges, Chief Justice SA Bobde said on Saturday. “Probably the most fundamental feature of most modern constitutions is the idea of the rule of law,” he said, adding, “Undoubtedly, the success of …

SC Verdict on Section 377: Why SC’s Verdict on Section 377 is a Message for All Time
6 years, 6 months ago

SC Verdict on Section 377: Why SC’s Verdict on Section 377 is a Message for All Time

The Quint  

Throughout his commentary he emphasises upon the difference between constitutional morality and social morality – and that the rights of individuals cannot be subverted by the latter – so long as there is rule of law in India. While emphasising on notions of inclusiveness, dignity and non-discrimination as bulwarks of the Indian Constitution, CJI Dipak Misra holds that “social morality …

When Every Citizen Is Aware Of His Duties & Respects Others’ Fundamental Rights, We Will Have A Working Constitution: Bombay HC CJ Manjula Chellur
7 years, 4 months ago

When Every Citizen Is Aware Of His Duties & Respects Others’ Fundamental Rights, We Will Have A Working Constitution: Bombay HC CJ Manjula Chellur

Live Law  

A ceremony to celebrate the 68th anniversary of the Constitution Day, which fell on November 26, was held in the Central Court of the Bombay High Court on Tuesday.Chief Justice Manjula Chellur, former Chief Justice Sujata Manohar, Justice PD Kode, other sitting judges, the Advocate General AA Kumbhakoni, Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh, president of the Bombay Bar. A ceremony …

When Every Citizen Is Aware Of His Duties & Respects Others’ Fundamental Rights, We Will Have A Working Constitution: Bombay HC CJ Manjula Chellur
7 years, 4 months ago

When Every Citizen Is Aware Of His Duties & Respects Others’ Fundamental Rights, We Will Have A Working Constitution: Bombay HC CJ Manjula Chellur

Live Law  

A ceremony to celebrate the 68th anniversary of the Constitution Day, which fell on November 26, was held in the Central Court of the Bombay High Court on Tuesday.Chief Justice Manjula Chellur, former Chief Justice Sujata Manohar, Justice PD Kode, other sitting judges, the Advocate General AA Kumbhakoni, Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh, president of the Bombay Bar. A ceremony …

No compromise with citizen's fundamental rights: CJI Misra
7 years, 4 months ago

No compromise with citizen's fundamental rights: CJI Misra

ABP News  

New Delhi, November 26 : Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra on Sunday said there can be no compromise with the citizen's fundamental rights, which are the core values and bedrock of the Constitution. "The fundamental rights are in the core value and the bedrock of the Constitution. to ensure that respective governments are functioning as provided by the law …

Reimagining The Constitution: The Test For The Judiciary
7 years, 7 months ago

Reimagining The Constitution: The Test For The Judiciary

Live Law  

Since its creation, the Constitutional courts of India have played an important role in shaping public discourse on civil liberties and governance. And in the early 1970’s the Court aggressively diverged with the political establishment over interpreting social and economic rights guaranteed in the Constitution. During the late 1960’s and early 1970’s the Congress Government took two important decisions, first …

Reimagining The Constitution: The Test For The Judiciary
7 years, 7 months ago

Reimagining The Constitution: The Test For The Judiciary

Live Law  

Since its creation, the Constitutional courts of India have played an important role in shaping public discourse on civil liberties and governance. And in the early 1970’s the Court aggressively diverged with the political establishment over interpreting social and economic rights guaranteed in the Constitution. During the late 1960’s and early 1970’s the Congress Government took two important decisions, first …

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