Not wanting to suffer criticism, the judiciary has used its power of contempt to stifle criticism. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
A corrupt judiciary is hardly likely to hold a corrupt executive to account. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
The judiciary is the only institution in the country which remains totally unaccountable. There is no institution with disciplinary powers over the… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Having enjoyed enormous powers, including the power of contempt, without any accountability, the higher judiciary has over the years, trampled the toes… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
The judiciary is peopled by judges who are human, and being human, they are occasionally motivated by considerations other than an objective… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Normally, the secrecy and lack of transparency surrounding the appointment of judges of the higher judiciary ensures that citizens come to know… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Over the years, the judiciary has expanded its own powers by creative interpretations of the Constitution, particularly Article 21 which guarantees the… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Every institution, including the judiciary has its share of black sheep and corrupt judges. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Independence of Judiciary means independence from Executive and Legislature, but not independence from accountability. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Indeed, public scrutiny is desirable for healthy functioning of judiciary itself. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Every Indian wants a strong and independent judiciary. Obviously if the courts get weakened, it weakens the republic and harms every citizen. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
The Supreme Court's non-transparent attitude on the disclosure of assets is in line with the judiciary's steadfast refusal to allow any transparency… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Selecting about 100 judges of the higher judiciary every year in a rational and fair manner is an onerous task requiring a… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
For any unbiased and realistic enquiry against judges, one needs a full time body, independent of the government as well as of… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
How we decide the vexed issue of the method of selection of judges of the Supreme Court and the high courts would… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Man's endeavour to cross even the most difficult terrain with railway lines has produced some of the most stunning marvels of engineering of the… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
When a few people control the bulk of money, they can not only influence elections by money power - which enables various forms of… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
PM Narendra Modi had promised to bring back black money, which he said could put Rs 15 lakh in each of our pockets. If… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Stiglitz is not a Left economist. Indeed, it would be difficult to find a more authentic insider and establishment figure than Stiglitz. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Both Pakistan and India stand to suffer severe losses in the event of India using military force within Pakistan. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
When the fascists are through with the Muslims and Christians, they will turn on the others. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
With the passing of Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer, who had just entered his 100th year, the world has lost one of the greatest judges… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Implementation of reforms within the Police and Intelligence agencies should certainly improve security and reduce terror attacks. But that will not eliminate the problem.… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
A corrupt judiciary is hardly likely to hold a corrupt executive to account. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
With the passing away of Mr Tarkunde, India has lost the father of the Civil Liberties movement in the country. — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
When I said that the court should be willing to suffer even intemperate criticism, I did not mean that people should level intemperate criticism.… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
Having enjoyed enormous powers, including the power of contempt, without any accountability, the higher judiciary has over the years, trampled the toes of many… — Prashant Bhushan Copy Share Image
