Supreme Court Chief Justice DY Chandrachud will retire on November 10. Just before he retired, last week, he made some big decisions that generated a lot of discussion. Just before his retirement, Chandrachud delivered his verdict on Operation Bulldozer. Summer vacation is over. In addition to this, a driving license decision was also taken. Clarification of old disputes. Statement on the bail of Umar Khalid, Stan Swamy, GN Saibaba. Let us know some of the big decisions that Chandrachud took in the last week of his retirement…
Chandrachud’s big decision on Operation Bulldozer
The Supreme Court has delivered a major verdict against the UP government’s bulldozing campaign. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud said, how can you start demolishing people’s houses like this? Breaking into someone’s house is anarchy. This is completely arbitrary. Where was the correct procedure followed? The Chief Justice said, We have an affidavit which says no notice was given, you just went to the spot and informed people. Does this serve the purpose of justice? The Supreme Court not only banned the bulldozing operations until the final judgment, but also required compensation to be paid in the event of demolition. Chandrachud said compensation of Rs 25 lakh should be provided to those whose houses were demolished.
Chandrachud’s big decision on driving license
The Supreme Court has made a significant decision regarding those holding a light motor vehicle (LMV) license. A five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud said a person holding an LMV driving license is entitled to drive transport vehicles weighing less than 7,500 kg. The judge said the insurance company could not deny the insurance claim on this basis. The decision clears up long-standing confusion in the transport industry where LMV license holders are often unable to understand what types of vehicles they can drive.
Someone has questioned my independence-Chandrachud
Speaking to The Indian Express, Justice Chandrachud said judicial independence did not mean that judgments should always be directed against the government. If I rule against the government, I am free, but if I rule in favor of the government, my independence is called into question. He said it was wrong to put pressure on judges through the media. Chief Justice Chandrachud said some groups started spreading claims of government interference in the administration of justice when the verdict went against them.
Chandrachud clarifies on Omar Khalid’s bail
Responding to a question as to why Umar Khalid, Stan Swamy, GN Saibaba were not granted bail, Justice Chandrachud said that the media created an atmosphere in the case and when the judge looks at the record of the case, he will go by what the record of the case shows. Make judgments. Media is very different from environment. Chandrachud’s term ends on November 10. He will be relieved of his duties on November 10. He will take office as the President of the Supreme Court on November 9, 2022. Justice Sanjeev Khanna will be the next Chief Justice of India.
