Justice Yashwant Varma inquiry report tabled in Parliament today
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Why in news
The inquiry report regarding allegations of unaccounted cash against former Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma is being tabled in Parliament following a motion by 146 MPs.
Background
A three-member inquiry committee was constituted by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to investigate allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. The proceedings were initiated following a formal request by 146 MPs under the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillJudges (Inquiry) Act, 1968: Provides the legal framework for the investigation of allegations against judges of the High Courts and the Supreme Court.
- BodyLok Sabha Speaker: The authority who constituted the three-member inquiry panel.
- Fact146 MPs sought the removal of the judge, triggering the formal inquiry process.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, in maintaining judicial integrity while ensuring the independence of the judiciary.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- judicial independence vs accountability
- procedural safeguards in inquiry
- role of Parliament in judicial oversight
Keywords: judicial integrity · separation of powers · accountability · constitutional morality
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