Disagree with the judge. Don't mock the office
This editorial criticizes the Kerala unit of the Indian National Congress for its aggressive and disrespectful social media post directed at the Chief Justice of India. The author argues that political grievances do not justify contempt or attempts to undermine the judiciary's independence.
Why it matters
It addresses the tension between political activism and the constitutional separation of powers, emphasizing the importance of institutional decorum.
"Dear Surya Kant,If law and order is not your domain, resign now. We will find your replacement who can handle it."This is not a letter from an angry citizen. It was (now removed - https://x.com/inckerala/status/2109604529557970991?s=46) a post from the verified handle of the Keralam unit of the Indian National Congress, addressed to the Chief Justice of India.Read it twice. The tone is not disagreement. It is command.The provocation is easy to trace. Asked by reporters about the protests in Delhi, the CJI said it was a matter of law and order, not his domain. A day earlier, he had declined a meeting sought by Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, the Leaders of Opposition in both Houses. The issues were pending before the court, he said, and a meeting would breach the separation of powers and judicial propriety.One may question his choice of words.
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