Supreme Court Rebukes BJP MP for Irresponsible Remarks, Defends Judiciary's Role

The Supreme Court has issued a stern rebuke to BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, labeling his remarks as 'highly irresponsible' and indicative of a dangerous penchant for attracting attention. Dubey's criticisms, directed at India's highest judicial body, underscore a profound misunderstanding of the constitutional role and responsibilities assigned to the nation's courts, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar stated in their ruling.

Despite refusing to initiate contempt proceedings against Dubey, the court made it clear that the judiciary is not as fragile as to be undermined by such statements. Dubey's contention that the Supreme Court is steering the nation towards anarchy, and holding Chief Justice Khanna responsible for alleged civil unrest, failed to dent the credibility and confidence the public holds in the judicial system, the court asserted.

Dubey's comments followed after the Supreme Court intervened in the Waqf (Amendment) Act matter. The court highlighted that while freedom of speech is protected, hate speech aimed at fostering discord must be met with firm legal action. Further, the judiciary emphasized the paramountcy of the Constitution over all state branches, reaffirming their role as arbiters in testing the constitutionality of statutory provisions.

(With inputs from agencies.)