December 13th 2024.
A group of opposition party members from various parties have taken action against Allahabad High Court Judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav for his alleged controversial remarks made at a recent event. The notice for moving an impeachment motion was signed by 55 opposition MPs, including prominent figures such as Kapil Sibal, Vivek Tankha, Digvijaya Singh, John Brittas, Manoj Kumar Jha, and Saket Gokhale. In a meeting with the Rajya Sabha secretary general, they submitted the notice for impeachment under the Judges' Act, 1968, and Article 218 of the Constitution, requesting the initiation of proceedings for the impeachment of Justice Yadav.
The notice stated that the speech delivered by Justice Yadav at an event organized by the Vishva Hindu Parishad raised concerns and was in violation of the Constitution of India. It further mentioned that the judge targeted minorities and displayed bias and prejudice against them. The notice also claimed that Justice Yadav crossed the line by publicly expressing his views on political matters relating to a uniform civil code, which is a violation of the Restatement of Values of Judicial Life, 1997.
During a VHP function on December 8, Justice Yadav had expressed his views on the need for a uniform civil code, citing its potential to promote social harmony, gender equality, and secularism. However, the following day, videos of the judge speaking on controversial topics, including the law working according to the majority, were widely circulated on social media, sparking strong reactions from various quarters, including opposition leaders.
Taking note of the news reports, the Supreme Court intervened and asked for details from the Allahabad High Court on the issue. The controversy surrounding Justice Yadav's remarks has led to a call for his impeachment, with the opposition parties taking a united stand against his actions. The matter is now in the hands of the authorities, and the public awaits their decision on the fate of Justice Yadav.
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