Supreme Court Closes Case Against Karnataka Judge Over Controversial Remarks
Justice Srishananda apologizes for comments calling a Bengaluru locality 'Pakistan' and making misogynistic remarks.
- Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud emphasized that no part of India can be referred to as 'Pakistan' due to its threat to national integrity.
- The Supreme Court's decision to close the case followed Justice Srishananda's public apology and expression of regret.
- Justice Srishananda's comments, made during a landlord-tenant dispute, went viral on social media, prompting the Supreme Court to intervene.
- The Supreme Court highlighted the need for judicial restraint and the importance of avoiding comments that may be seen as biased or prejudicial.
- CJI Chandrachud stressed that transparency in court proceedings should be maintained, advocating for more openness rather than suppression.