Supreme Drama: Justice Varma's Misconduct Under Scrutiny
The Supreme Court scrutinized Justice Yashwant Varma's conduct, questioning his delayed appeal against an in-house inquiry finding him guilty of misconduct. The report emerged from cash discovered in his residence. The court upheld the CJI's authority in addressing judicial misdemeanors, emphasizing constitutional protocols for judge removal.
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In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has deliberated on the conduct of Justice Yashwant Varma, addressing his belated challenge to an in-house inquiry's findings of misconduct.
The inquiry arose from a startling discovery of cash at his official residence, prompting the top court to assert the Chief Justice of India's role in overseeing judicial discipline.
With references to the constitutional framework for judge removal, the court examined Justice Varma's procedural decisions, spotlighting the Chief Justice's duties beyond administrative functions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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