Supreme Court Scrutinizes Justice Varma's Inquiry: A Judicial Quandary
The Supreme Court questioned Justice Yashwant Varma's conduct following a report by an inquiry panel labeling him guilty of misconduct. Justice Varma contends the report reversed the burden of proof, while Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal argues the recommendation for removal is unconstitutional, risking dangerous precedents.
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The Supreme Court of India posed critical questions regarding Justice Yashwant Varma's actions, amid allegations of misconduct following the discovery of cash at his residence.
Senior advocate Kapil Sibal challenged the inquiry panel's findings, asserting that the recommendation for removal violated constitutional principles and set a perilous precedent.
The top court is contemplating its decision on Justice Varma's petition against the inquiry process and related demands for impeachment proceedings.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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