Chief Justice of India, Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, recently defended the collegium system for appointing judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts, noting that while every system has room for improvement, this doesn’t indicate fundamental flaws. Speaking at the inaugural lecture of a series hosted by Marathi daily Loksatta, he provided a perspective on the often-debated collegium system and its role in the judicial process.
Justice Chandrachud explained that the collegium system operates within a federal framework, involving collaboration between the central government, state governments, and the judiciary. “It functions through a consultative process, and while differences of opinion can arise, these are typically resolved through consensus. This speaks to the strength of our federal structure,” he stated.
He encouraged the public to view occasional disagreements as a natural part of a mature system rather than as signs of dysfunction. "Criticism is easy," he remarked, "but we must recognize that the potential for improvement doesn’t imply inherent flaws.”
Justice Chandrachud also discussed the demanding responsibilities of judges, highlighting the complexity and volume of work that increases as judges advance. "Even during vacations, judges are dedicated to their work—they are deeply engaged in their duties," he shared.
Touching on the impact of social media, he noted that while it has created new challenges for judicial communication, it has also expanded public engagement with the judiciary. "Judges must be cautious in their communication, but social media has its positive aspects, as it brings the judiciary closer to the people," he concluded.
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